Mixed Nomenclature

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What is mixed nomenclature?

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A system of naming chemical compounds that combines both the traditional and systematic naming conventions.

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Write the formula for nitrogen trichloride.

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NCl₃

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Name the compound Cu(NO₃)₂.

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copper(II) nitrate

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What is ionic bonding?

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Bonding that is the result of an exchange of electrons between a metal and a nonmetal.

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Name the compound N₂O₅.

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dinitrogen pentaoxide

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Write the formula for tetraarsenic decoxide.

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As₄O₁₀

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What is the significance of prefixes in naming covalent compounds?

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Prefixes indicate the number of atoms of each element in the compound.

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What is the formula for sulfur hexafluoride?

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SF₆

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Name the compound PCl₅.

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phosphorus pentachloride

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons.