Test: Naming Ionic and Covalent 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. They typically form between metals and nonmetals.

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What is a covalent compound?

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A covalent compound is a chemical compound formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms, usually between nonmetals.

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How do you name ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds are named by stating the name of the metal (cation) first, followed by the name of the nonmetal (anion) with its ending changed to '-ide'.

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How do you name covalent compounds?

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Covalent compounds are named using prefixes to indicate the number of atoms of each element present, followed by the name of the first element and the second element with its ending changed to '-ide'.

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What is the formula for magnesium chloride?

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MgCl₂

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What is the formula for Hexaboron Monosilicide?

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B₆Si

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What is the chemical formula for sulfur hexabromide?

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SBr₆

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What is the correct chemical formula for Selenium Tetrafluoride?

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SeF₄

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What is the formula for lead(IV) sulfite?

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Pb(SO₃)₂

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What is the charge of a magnesium ion?

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The charge of a magnesium ion is +2.