Flashcard: Ionic compounds

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What is LiBr commonly called?

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Lithium bromide.

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What is the correct formula for Iron(III) bromide?

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FeBr₃.

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When naming a compound, which type of ion is written first?

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Cation.

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What is the chemical formula for iron (III) bromide?

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FeBr₃.

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Which group contains the most reactive nonmetals?

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Group 17.

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What is the charge of lithium in lithium bromide?

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+1.

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What type of bond is formed in ionic compounds?

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Electrostatic attraction between cations and anions.

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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 ion formed by bromine?

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Bromide ion (Br⁻).

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What is the oxidation state of iron in Iron(III) bromide?

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+3.