Naming and Writing Ionic Compounds with/without Polyatomic Ions

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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. They typically form between metals and nonmetals.

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How do you determine the formula for an ionic compound?

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To determine the formula for an ionic compound, balance the total positive charge from the cations with the total negative charge from the anions.

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What is the charge of magnesium in ionic compounds?

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The charge of magnesium in ionic compounds is +2.

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What is the charge of phosphide ions?

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The charge of phosphide ions (P) is -3.

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What is the formula for potassium oxide?

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The formula for potassium oxide is K2O.

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What is the charge of potassium in ionic compounds?

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The charge of potassium in ionic compounds is +1.

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What is the formula for lithium oxide?

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The formula for lithium oxide is Li2O.

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What is the charge of oxide ions?

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The charge of oxide ions (O) is -2.

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What is the formula for aluminum fluoride?

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The formula for aluminum fluoride is AlF3.

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What is the charge of aluminum in ionic compounds?

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The charge of aluminum in ionic compounds is +3.