Naming Chemical Compounds

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What is the name of the compound FeO?

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iron (II) oxide

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What is the name of the compound CO?

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carbon monoxide

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What is the name of the compound PBr2?

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phosphorus dibromide

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What is the name of the compound BaO?

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Barium oxide

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What is the name of the compound Ge4C3?

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Germanium (III) carbide

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What is the general rule for naming binary ionic compounds?

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The name of the metal is followed by the name of the non-metal with its ending changed to '-ide'.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds are formed by the transfer of electrons, while covalent compounds are formed by the sharing of electrons.

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming compounds?

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

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What is the name of the compound NaCl?

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sodium chloride

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What is the name of the compound H2O?

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water (or dihydrogen monoxide)