Naming Compounds

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What is the name of the ionic compound FeBr3?

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Iron (III) bromide

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What is the correct formula for mercury II sulfate?

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HgSO4

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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 name of Al2O3?

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Aluminum oxide

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What is the name of the compound P4S10?

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Tetraphosphorous decasulfide

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What is the general rule for naming ionic compounds?

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The cation is named first followed by the anion.

Front

What is the charge of aluminum in aluminum oxide (Al2O3)?

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+3

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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 compound Na2SO4?

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Sodium sulfate

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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, while covalent compounds form from the sharing of electrons.