HChem 512 Unit 4 Review: Ionic Bonding & Nomenclature

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically between a metal and a non-metal.

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What are ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds are substances formed from the electrostatic attraction between cations (positively charged ions) and anions (negatively charged ions). They usually have high melting and boiling points.

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How do you determine if a pair of elements will form an ionic compound?

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A pair of elements will likely form an ionic compound if one element is a metal (which tends to lose electrons) and the other is a non-metal (which tends to gain electrons).

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What is the formula for sodium oxide?

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The correct formula for sodium oxide is Na₂O.

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How do you name ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds are named by stating the name of the cation first, followed by the name of the anion. If the cation can have multiple charges, its charge is indicated in parentheses.

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What is the name of the compound Al(OH)₃?

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The name of the compound Al(OH)₃ is aluminum hydroxide.

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What is the correct formula for ammonium chloride?

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The correct formula for ammonium chloride is NH₄Cl.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion?

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The charge of a sodium ion (Na⁺) is +1.

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What is the charge of a chloride ion?

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The charge of a chloride ion (Cl⁻) is -1.

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What is the name of Fe(ClO₃)₃?

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The name of Fe(ClO₃)₃ is iron (III) chlorate.