Naming Ionic Compounds

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What is the name of the ionic compound BeCl2?

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beryllium chloride

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Which of the following is NOT an ionic compound: CaO, NaOH, BaCl2, or Br2?

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Br2

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When naming ionic compounds with transition metals, what must be included to show the charge of the metal?

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Roman numerals

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What is the common ending for the second element in ionic compound names?

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-ide

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What is the name of the compound SnO2?

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tin(IV) oxide

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What is the charge of beryllium in beryllium chloride?

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+2

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What is the formula for sodium chloride?

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NaCl

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What is the name of the ionic compound formed from magnesium and oxygen?

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magnesium oxide

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming ionic compounds?

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They indicate the oxidation state of the metal.

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What is the name of the ionic compound Al2O3?

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aluminum oxide