Ionic Bonding/naming and writing formulas

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically between a metal and a non-metal.

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What is the general formula for a binary ionic compound?

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The general formula for a binary ionic compound is AxBy, where A is a cation and B is an anion, and x and y are the number of each ion needed to balance the charges.

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How do you determine the charge of a monatomic ion?

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The charge of a monatomic ion can be determined by its position in the periodic table; metals typically lose electrons to form positive ions (cations), while non-metals gain electrons to form negative ions (anions).

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What is the formula for sodium chloride?

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The formula for sodium chloride is NaCl.

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

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The name of the compound with the formula MgO is magnesium oxide.

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How do you write the formula for calcium phosphate?

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The formula for calcium phosphate is Ca3(PO4)2.

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What is the correct name for AlCl3?

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The correct name for AlCl3 is aluminum chloride.

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What is the formula for potassium sulfate?

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The formula for potassium sulfate is K2SO4.

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What is the name for the compound Fe2O3?

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The name for the compound Fe2O3 is iron(III) oxide.

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How do you name a compound formed from a metal and a polyatomic ion?

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To name a compound formed from a metal and a polyatomic ion, name the metal first followed by the name of the polyatomic ion.