Mixed Ionic Compounds Nomenclature

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What is the formula for strontium hydroxide?

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Sr(OH)₂

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How many atoms of strontium are in Sr₃(PO₃)₂?

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3

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What is the correct name of Ag₂SO₄?

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silver sulfate

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What is the correct name of Mg(C₂H₃O₂)₂?

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magnesium acetate

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What is the correct formula of calcium phosphite?

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Ca₃(PO₃)₂

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Define mixed ionic compounds.

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Compounds formed from the combination of two or more different ions.

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What is the charge of strontium ion (Sr²⁺)?

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+2

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What is the charge of sulfate ion (SO₄²⁻)?

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-2

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How do you determine the formula of a mixed ionic compound?

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Combine the cation and anion charges to balance the overall charge.

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What is the significance of parentheses in chemical formulas?

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Parentheses indicate that the enclosed group of atoms is a polyatomic ion.