Ionic Compounds Formula 3.0

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What is the name of the ionic compound KCl?

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Potassium Chloride

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What is the resulting formula when Na⁺ and Cl⁻ combine?

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NaCl

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What is the Roman numeral for +3?

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III

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What is the formula for Calcium Nitrate?

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Ca(NO₃)₂

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What is the resulting formula when Mg²⁺ and Br⁻ combine?

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MgBr₂

Front

Define ionic compound.

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding.

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What is the charge of a potassium ion (K)?

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+1

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What is the charge of a chloride ion (Cl)?

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-1

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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Combine the charges of the ions to ensure the total charge is neutral.

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What is the formula for Sodium Sulfate?

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Na₂SO₄