Module 6 Review - Ionic Compounds

Front

What is the formula for copper (I) phosphide?

Back

Cu₃P

Front

What is the Roman Numeral for +3?

Back

III

Front

If my charge becomes 2+, what does that say about me?

Back

I am losing 2 electrons.

Front

What is the electrostatic force that holds oppositely charged particles together in an ionic compound?

Back

Ionic bond.

Front

What type of elements in general form an ionic bond?

Back

A metal and a nonmetal.

Front

Define an ionic bond.

Back

An ionic bond is a chemical bond formed between two ions with opposite charges.

Front

What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na) when it forms an ionic bond?

Back

+1

Front

What is the charge of a chloride ion (Cl) when it forms an ionic bond?

Back

-1

Front

What is a formula unit?

Back

The simplest ratio of ions in an ionic compound.

Front

What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming ionic compounds?

Back

They indicate the oxidation state of the metal ion.