Ionic Compounds

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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. They typically form between metals and non-metals.

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What is the charge of a beryllium ion?

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Beryllium typically forms a +2 ion (Be²⁺).

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What is the charge of a chloride ion?

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A chloride ion has a charge of -1 (Cl^-).

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How do you name an ionic compound?

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The name of an ionic compound consists of the name of the positive ion (cation) followed by the name of the negative ion (anion).

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What is the formula for lithium bromide?

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The formula for lithium bromide is LiBr.

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What is the formula for aluminum chloride?

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The formula for aluminum chloride is AlCl₃.

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What is the first step in writing the formula for an ionic compound?

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Identify the charges of the cation and anion.

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What is the significance of subscripts in a chemical formula?

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Subscripts indicate the number of each type of ion in the compound.

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What is the formula for combining magnesium and oxygen?

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The formula is MgO.

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What is the name of the ionic compound formed from sodium and chlorine?

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The name is sodium chloride.