Naming Acids

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What is the formula for Hydrosulfuric Acid?

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H₂S

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Name HF

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hydrofluoric acid

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What determines the number of hydrogens in your acid?

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It's the same as the charge of the anion.

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What is the formula for nitric acid?

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HNO₃

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Name the acid: HC₂H₃O₂

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Acetic Acid

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What is the general formula for binary acids?

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HX, where X is a nonmetal.

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What is the naming convention for acids derived from anions ending in -ate?

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Change -ate to -ic and add 'acid'.

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What is the naming convention for acids derived from anions ending in -ite?

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Change -ite to -ous and add 'acid'.

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What is the formula for sulfuric acid?

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H₂SO₄

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What is the formula for hydrochloric acid?

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HCl