Ionic Nomenclature & Formulas

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What is ionic nomenclature?

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Ionic nomenclature is the system used to name ionic compounds based on the elements involved and their oxidation states.

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What is the formula for lithium oxide?

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Li₂O

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How do you name the compound Cr(NO₂)₃?

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chromium (III) nitrite

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What is the formula for calcium phosphite?

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Ca₃(PO₃)₂

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What is the name of the compound Ca₃(PO₄)₂?

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calcium phosphate

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How do you write the formula for vanadium (IV) carbonate?

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V(CO₃)₂

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What is the oxidation state of chromium in chromium (III) nitrite?

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+3

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What is the difference between phosphite and phosphate?

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Phosphite (PO₃³⁻) has one less oxygen than phosphate (PO₄³⁻).

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What is the formula for sodium chloride?

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NaCl

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How do you determine the formula for an ionic compound?

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Combine the cation and anion in ratios that balance their charges.