Ionic Compound Nomenclature No Transition Metals

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What is the formula for sodium chloride?

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NaCl

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What is the formula for sodium oxide?

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Na₂O

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What is the formula for calcium chloride?

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CaCl₂

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What is the ionic compound formed between calcium and oxygen?

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CaO

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What is the name of the ionic compound LiNO₃?

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lithium nitrate

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What is the charge of sodium ion (Na⁺)?

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+1

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What is the charge of chloride ion (Cl⁻)?

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-1

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What is the charge of calcium ion (Ca²⁺)?

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+2

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What is the charge of oxide ion (O²⁻)?

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-2

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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Combine the charges of the ions to balance them.