Binary Ionic Nomenclature

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What is Binary Ionic Nomenclature?

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A system for naming compounds formed from two elements, typically a metal and a non-metal, where the metal is named first followed by the non-metal with an '-ide' suffix.

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What is the name for SrO?

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strontium oxide

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What is the correct name for CoCl₂?

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cobalt (II) chloride

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What is the name of the ion Li+?

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lithium

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What is the name for Mg₃P₂?

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Magnesium Phosphide

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What is the formula for Iron (III) Sulfide?

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Fe₂S₃

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How do you determine the charge of a transition metal in a compound?

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The charge can be determined by the oxidation states of the other elements in the compound.

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What is the naming convention for polyatomic ions?

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Polyatomic ions are named based on their specific names, such as sulfate (SO₄²⁻) or nitrate (NO₃⁻).

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds are formed by the transfer of electrons between metals and non-metals, while covalent compounds are formed by the sharing of electrons between non-metals.

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What is the significance of the Roman numeral in ionic compound names?

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The Roman numeral indicates the oxidation state of the metal in the compound.