Naming Ionic Compounds

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What is the chemical formula for lead (IV) nitrate?

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Pb(NO₃)₄

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When naming ionic compounds, you always write the name of the positive element _______.

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first

Front

In most cases, when naming ionic compounds, you change the ending of the second element to ________.

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-ide.

Front

What is the chemical formula for sodium fluoride?

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NaF

Front

Nonmetals tend to ________ electrons.

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gain electrons

Front

What is the charge of a lead (IV) ion?

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+4

Front

What is the charge of a sodium ion?

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+1

Front

What is the charge of a fluoride ion?

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-1

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds form from the transfer of electrons, while covalent compounds form from the sharing of electrons.

Front

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

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Sodium chloride