Module 6 Naming Type I Ionic Compounds with Polyatomic Ions

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What is a Type I Ionic Compound?

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A Type I Ionic Compound is formed between a metal that has only one oxidation state and a nonmetal or polyatomic ion. Examples include NaCl and MgO.

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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A polyatomic ion is a charged ion composed of two or more atoms covalently bonded, which can act as a single unit in chemical reactions. Examples include sulfate (SO4^2-) and carbonate (CO3^2-).

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How do you name Type I Ionic Compounds with polyatomic ions?

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The name of the metal is followed by the name of the polyatomic ion. For example, NaNO3 is named sodium nitrate.

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What is the formula for Barium sulfate?

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BaSO4.

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What is the formula for Calcium carbonate?

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CaCO3.

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What is the formula for Ammonium phosphate?

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(NH4)3PO4.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula K2SO4?

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Potassium sulfate.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula Na2CO3?

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Sodium carbonate.

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What is the formula for Lithium hydroxide?

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LiOH.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula Mg(OH)2?

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Magnesium hydroxide.