Ionic Compound Names Practice

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding. They typically form between metals and nonmetals.

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What is the naming convention for ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds are named by stating the name of the cation (positive ion) first, followed by the name of the anion (negative ion).

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What is the formula for magnesium sulfate?

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MgSO₄

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What is the name of the compound Ca₃(PO₄)₂?

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Calcium phosphate.

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What is the name of the compound Sc(OH)₃?

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Scandium (III) hydroxide.

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What is the formula for sodium sulfate?

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Na₂SO₄

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What is the name of Al₂(SO₄)₃?

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Aluminum sulfate.

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How do you determine the charge of a cation in an ionic compound?

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The charge of a cation can often be determined by its group number in the periodic table; for example, Group 1 elements have a +1 charge, Group 2 elements have a +2 charge.

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

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of the metal cation in compounds with variable charges.

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What is the difference between sulfide and sulfate?

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Sulfide (S²⁻) is an anion with a -2 charge, while sulfate (SO₄²⁻) is a polyatomic anion with a -2 charge that contains sulfur and oxygen.