Midterm Review: Ionic Compounds

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What are the electrons responsible for transition metals having multiple oxidation states?

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d block electrons are responsible for transition metals having multiple oxidation states.

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What must the last part be when naming a compound?

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The last part must be the anion, drop the ending and add -ide, unless it's a polyatomic ion.

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What is the formula for manganese(III) oxide?

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Mn₂O₃

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What is the name of the ionic compound SnSe₂?

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Tin (IV) Selenide

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What is the formula of calcium bromide?

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CaBr₂

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is formed when atoms transfer electrons, resulting in the attraction between positively and negatively charged ions.

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What is the charge of a calcium ion?

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The charge of a calcium ion is +2.

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What is the significance of the Roman numeral in manganese(III) oxide?

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The Roman numeral indicates the oxidation state of manganese in the compound, which is +3.

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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To determine the formula, balance the total positive and negative charges of the ions.

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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A polyatomic ion is a charged entity composed of two or more atoms bonded together.