Naming Simple Ionic Compounds Flashcard

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding. It typically consists of a metal cation and a non-metal anion.

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How do you name an ionic compound?

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To name an ionic compound, first name the cation (metal) followed by the name of the anion (non-metal) with its ending changed to '-ide'. For polyatomic ions, use the specific name of the ion.

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What is the formula for Potassium bromide?

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The formula for Potassium bromide is KBr.

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What is the formula for Sodium chloride?

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The formula for Sodium chloride is NaCl.

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What is the formula for Magnesium sulfide?

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The formula for Magnesium sulfide is MgS.

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What is the formula for Rubidium oxide?

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The formula for Rubidium oxide is Rb2O.

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What is the formula for Lithium fluoride?

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The formula for Lithium fluoride is LiF.

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What is the charge of a potassium ion?

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The charge of a potassium ion (K+) is +1.

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What is the charge of a bromide ion?

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The charge of a bromide ion (Br-) is -1.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion?

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The charge of a sodium ion (Na+) is +1.