Writing and Naming Binary Ionic compounds

Front

What comes first in an ionic compound?

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Metal

Front

What is the correct name for CaBr₂?

Back

Calcium Bromide

Front

What is the chemical formula for the ionic compound of potassium and oxygen?

Back

K₂O

Front

What is the name of the compound AlBr₃?

Back

Aluminum Bromide

Front

What is the chemical formula for Magnesium Iodide?

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MgI₂

Front

What is an ionic compound?

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A compound formed by the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

Front

How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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Combine the symbols of the metal and nonmetal, adjusting subscripts to balance the charges.

Front

What is the charge of a potassium ion?

Back

+1

Front

What is the charge of a bromide ion?

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-1

Front

What is the charge of a magnesium ion?

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+2