Sem1 Exam Review Part3

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What is the oxidation state of Iron in compounds?

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Iron can have multiple oxidation states, commonly +2 and +3.

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What distinguishes elements with more than one oxidation state?

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Elements with more than one oxidation state are distinguished by roman numerals in their names.

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What is the general location of metals on the periodic table?

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Metals are located to the left of the metalloid line on the periodic table.

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What type of ions do metals typically form?

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Metals typically form positive ions (cations) when they lose electrons.

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What is the structural formula for Beryllium Sulfide?

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The structural formula for Beryllium Sulfide contains 1 double bond.

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What is the molecular formula for Indium Sulfide?

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The molecular formula for Indium Sulfide is In₂S₃.

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What is a characteristic of metals regarding their ion formation?

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Metals usually form positive ions, but some can form negative ions under certain conditions.

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What is the significance of roman numerals in chemical nomenclature?

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of an element in a compound.

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What is the difference between a metal and a non-metal in terms of electron behavior?

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Metals tend to lose electrons and form cations, while non-metals tend to gain electrons and form anions.

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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion formed when an atom loses one or more electrons.