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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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 non-metal (anion) with its ending changed to '-ide'.

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What is the charge of magnesium in magnesium nitride (Mg3N2)?

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The charge of magnesium in magnesium nitride is +2.

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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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How do you determine the charge of a transition metal in a compound?

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The charge of a transition metal can be determined by balancing the total charge of the compound with the known charges of the other ions present.

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What is the correct formula for barium hydroxide?

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The correct formula for barium hydroxide is Ba(OH)2.

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What is the charge of copper in CuBr2?

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The charge of copper in CuBr2 is +2.

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How do you write the formula for an ionic compound?

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To write the formula for an ionic compound, combine the cation and anion in a ratio that results in a neutral compound, adjusting subscripts as necessary.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula Cr2O3?

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The name of the compound with the formula Cr2O3 is chromium(III) oxide.

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What is the significance of the Roman numeral in the name of a transition metal compound?

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The Roman numeral indicates the oxidation state (charge) of the transition metal in the compound.