Polyatomic and Transition Metals Naming

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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A polyatomic ion is a charged ion composed of two or more atoms covalently bonded, which can act as a single unit in chemical reactions.

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What is the naming convention for transition metals with multiple oxidation states?

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Transition metals are named with their oxidation state in Roman numerals in parentheses after the metal name, e.g., Iron (III) for Fe³⁺.

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What is the formula for Chromium (III) hydroxide?

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Cr(OH)₃.

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What is the name of the ionic compound with the formula CuClO₃?

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Copper (I) chlorate.

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What is the name of the ionic compound with the formula Hg₂O?

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Mercury (I) oxide.

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What is the formula for Iron (III) acetate?

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Fe(C₂H₃O₂)₃.

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What is the name of the ionic compound with the formula CaSO₄?

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Calcium sulfate.

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How do you determine the oxidation state of a transition metal in a compound?

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The oxidation state can be determined by balancing the total charge of the compound with the known charges of the other ions present.

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What is the difference between mercurous and mercuric compounds?

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Mercurous compounds contain mercury in the +1 oxidation state (Hg₂²⁺), while mercuric compounds contain mercury in the +2 oxidation state (Hg²⁺).

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What is the name of the ion ClO₃⁻?

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Chlorate.