Chemistry Nomenclature

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What is the formula for magnesium chloride?

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MgCl₂

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What type of compound is formed by a metal and a nonmetal?

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Ionic compound

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What is the formula for nitric acid?

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H(NO₃)

Front

What is the name of H₂(SO₃)?

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Sulfurous acid

Front

What oxidation state do Group 15 elements typically form?

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-3

Front

What is the general formula for a binary ionic compound?

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Metal + Nonmetal (e.g., NaCl)

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve transfer of electrons; covalent bonds involve sharing of electrons.

Front

What is the formula for hydrochloric acid?

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HCl

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What is the name of the compound with the formula Na₂SO₄?

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Sodium sulfate

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What is the oxidation state of oxygen in most compounds?

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-2