naming 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. It typically consists of a metal and a non-metal.

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What is the charge of a nitrate ion?

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The charge of a nitrate ion (NO₃⁻) is -1.

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What is the formula for Sodium Oxide?

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The formula for Sodium Oxide is Na₂O.

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What is the name of the compound (NH₄)₂S?

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The name of the compound (NH₄)₂S is ammonium sulfide.

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What is the formula for copper(I) sulfate?

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The formula for copper(I) sulfate is Cu₂SO₄.

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How many sodium ions combine with one sulfate ion (SO₄²⁻)?

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Two sodium ions combine with one sulfate ion.

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What is the charge of a sulfate ion?

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The charge of a sulfate ion (SO₄) is -2.

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What is the formula for potassium chloride?

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The formula for potassium chloride is KCl.

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What is the name of the compound NaCl?

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The name of the compound NaCl is sodium chloride.

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What is the formula for magnesium oxide?

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The formula for magnesium oxide is MgO.