Ionic Compounds - Naming & Formula Writing

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What is the formula for sodium nitrate?

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NaNO₃

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What is the formula for zinc sulfate?

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ZnSO₄

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What does a 2+ charge indicate about an atom?

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It is losing 2 electrons.

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What is the name of the ion PO₄³-?

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phosphate

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What is the formula for the compound formed by Al³+ and O²-?

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Al₂O₃

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Define ionic compound.

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A compound formed by the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion?

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Na⁺ (1+)

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What is the charge of a chloride ion?

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Cl⁻ (1-)

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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Combine the charges of the ions to balance them.

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What is the formula for calcium chloride?

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CaCl₂