Chemical Names & Formulas

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What is the formula for Hexaboron Monosilicide?

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B₆Si

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Is the compound Sr₃P₂ ionic or covalent?

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ionic

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What is the name of the compound SnO₂?

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tin(IV) oxide

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What is the name of the compound AgF?

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silver fluoride

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What is the name of the ionic compound Cs₂S?

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cesium sulfide

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Define ionic compound.

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A compound formed from the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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Define covalent compound.

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A compound formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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What is the significance of the Roman numeral in tin(IV) oxide?

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It indicates the oxidation state of tin in the compound.

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What is the general rule for naming binary ionic compounds?

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The name of the cation is followed by the name of the anion, with the anion's ending changed to '-ide.'

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What is the formula for sodium chloride?

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NaCl