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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically between a metal and a non-metal.

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What is the charge of a nickel ion in nickel (III) sulfide?

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The charge of the nickel ion in nickel (III) sulfide is +3.

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What is the formula for an ionic compound formed between barium and iodine?

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The formula for the ionic compound formed between barium and iodine is BaI₂.

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How do you determine the name of a compound with transition metals?

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The name of a compound with transition metals includes the oxidation state of the metal in Roman numerals, e.g., iron (II) chloride for FeCl₂.

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What is the oxidation state of manganese in manganese (III) sulfide?

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The oxidation state of manganese in manganese (III) sulfide is +3.

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What is the formula for gold (IV) phosphide?

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The formula for gold (IV) phosphide is Au₃P₄.

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What is the name of Cr₂O₃?

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The name of Cr₂O₃ is chromium (III) oxide.

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What distinguishes ionic compounds from covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds are formed by the transfer of electrons and consist of ions, while covalent compounds are formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming transition metal compounds?

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of the transition metal in the compound.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula Ni₂S₃?

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The name of the compound Ni₂S₃ is nickel (III) sulfide.