Naming ionic vs. covalent compounds

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is formed when atoms transfer electrons, resulting in the formation of positively and negatively charged ions that are held together by electrostatic forces.

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What is a covalent compound?

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A covalent compound is formed when two or more atoms share electrons to achieve a full outer shell, resulting in a stable molecule.

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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 (positive ion) first, followed by the name of the anion (negative ion). For example, NaCl is named sodium chloride.

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How do you name covalent compounds?

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Covalent compounds are named using prefixes to indicate the number of atoms of each element present. For example, CO2 is named carbon dioxide.

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What is the chemical formula for sodium sulfate?

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The chemical formula for sodium sulfate is Na2SO4.

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What is the chemical formula for carbon tetrachloride?

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The chemical formula for carbon tetrachloride is CCl4.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons and the attraction between charged ions, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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What is the proper formula for aluminum oxide?

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The proper formula for aluminum oxide is Al2O3.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula PCl3?

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The name of the compound with the formula PCl3 is phosphorus trichloride.

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What is the name of the compound Zn3P2?

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The name of the compound Zn3P2 is zinc phosphide.