Naming Ionic Compounds

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What is the name of the compound FeCl₂?

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iron (II) chloride

Front

What does a 2+ charge indicate about an atom?

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It is losing 2 electrons.

Front

Which group of elements is most likely to form negative ions?

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Halogens (e.g., chlorine, fluorine)

Front

What do nonmetals tend to do with electrons?

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Gain electrons.

Front

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

Back

Br₂

Front

What is an ionic compound?

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A compound formed by the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

Front

What charge do alkali metals typically have when they form ions?

Back

+1

Front

What charge do alkaline earth metals typically have when they form ions?

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+2

Front

What is the formula for sodium chloride?

Back

NaCl

Front

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

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They indicate the oxidation state of the metal ion.