Ionic Compounds and Formulas

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What is the formula for calcium phosphate?

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Ca₃(PO₄)₂

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What is the correct formula for lithium oxide?

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Li₂O

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Name the ionic compound Cr(NO₂)₃.

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chromium III nitrite

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What is the name of the ionic compound BeCl₂?

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beryllium chloride

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How are ionic compounds written?

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Cation (+ ion) first then anion (- ion).

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What is an ionic compound?

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A compound formed from the electrostatic attraction between cations and anions.

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What is a cation?

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A positively charged ion.

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What is an anion?

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A negatively charged ion.

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What is the charge of lithium in lithium oxide (Li₂O)?

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+1

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What is the charge of oxygen in lithium oxide (Li₂O)?

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-2