Naming Binary Salts

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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 K2S?

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potassium sulfide

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What is the name of the compound MgO?

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magnesium oxide

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What is the correct formula for lead (II) fluoride?

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PbF2

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What is the name of the compound Mn2O3?

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manganese (III) oxide

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What is the general rule for naming binary ionic compounds?

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

Front

What is the charge of sodium in sodium chloride?

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+1

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What is the charge of potassium in potassium sulfide?

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+1

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What is the charge of magnesium in magnesium oxide?

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+2

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What is the charge of lead in lead (II) fluoride?

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+2