Ionic and Covalent Nomenclature

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What is the correct name for the compound MgO?

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magnesium oxide

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What is the correct formula for the compound sulfur hexafluoride?

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SF6

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What is the correct formula for the compound dinitrogen pentoxide?

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N2O5

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What is the naming convention for a compound of two non-metals?

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Use prefixes.

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What is the formula for magnesium chloride?

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MgCl2

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds form from the transfer of electrons between metals and non-metals, while covalent compounds form from the sharing of electrons between non-metals.

Front

What prefix is used for 4 in covalent nomenclature?

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tetra-

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What is the formula for carbon dioxide?

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CO2

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What is the name of the compound with the formula N2O4?

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dinitrogen tetroxide

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What is the correct name for the compound NaCl?

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sodium chloride