Naming Ionic Compounds

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What is the name of the ionic compound BeCl₂?

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beryllium chloride

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What is the name of the ionic compound LiBr?

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lithium bromide

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What is the name of the ionic compound MgS?

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magnesium sulfide

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What is the name of the ionic compound MgCl₂?

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magnesium chloride

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What is the name of the compound Ca₃(PO₄)₂?

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calcium phosphate

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What is the general rule for naming ionic compounds?

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The name of the cation (positive ion) is followed by the name of the anion (negative ion).

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How do you name a compound with a transition metal?

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Use the metal's name followed by its oxidation state in Roman numerals, then the anion name.

Front

What is the oxidation state of lithium in LiBr?

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+1

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What is the oxidation state of magnesium in MgCl₂?

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+2

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What is the oxidation state of calcium in Ca₃(PO₄)₂?

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+2