Formula Writing and Naming Ionic compounds

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What occurs between oppositely charged ions?

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Ionic Bonds

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What is the chemical formula for aluminum oxide?

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Al₂O₃

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What types of elements generally react to form ionic compounds?

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Metals and nonmetals

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What is the formula for the compound formed by Ca²⁺ and O²⁻?

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CaO

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What is the formula for the compound formed by Cr³⁺ and O²⁻?

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Cr₂O₃

Front

Define ionic compound.

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

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What is the charge of aluminum in aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃)?

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+3

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What is the charge of oxygen in aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃)?

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-2

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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By balancing the total positive and negative charges of the ions.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula NaCl?

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Sodium Chloride