Mixed Practice Binary Ionic/Covalent Names/Formulas

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What is a binary ionic compound?

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A binary ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of two different elements, one being a metal and the other a non-metal, that are held together by ionic bonds.

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How do you determine the formula of a binary ionic compound?

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To determine the formula, balance the charges of the ions. The total positive charge must equal the total negative charge.

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What is the charge of a calcium ion?

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The charge of a calcium ion (Ca) is +2.

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What is the charge of a phosphide ion?

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The charge of a phosphide ion (P) is -3.

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What is the correct formula for the compound formed between Ca and P?

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The correct formula is Ca3P2.

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What is a covalent compound?

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A covalent compound is formed when two non-metals share electrons to achieve a full outer shell.

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How do you name a covalent compound?

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Covalent compounds are named using prefixes to indicate the number of atoms of each element, followed by the name of the second element with an '-ide' suffix.

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What is the correct name for P4O10?

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The correct name is Tetraphosphorous Decoxide.

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What is the oxidation state of manganese in MnO?

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The oxidation state of manganese in MnO is +2.

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What is the correct name for MnI2?

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The correct name is Manganese (II) iodide.