Naming Ionic Compounds

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding. It typically consists of a metal and a non-metal.

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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To determine the formula of an ionic compound, balance the total positive charge from the cations with the total negative charge from the anions.

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NGSS.HS-PS1-3

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What is the charge of calcium in CaBr2?

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The charge of calcium in CaBr2 is +2.

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What is the name of the ionic compound NaF?

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The name of the ionic compound NaF is sodium fluoride.

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What is the formula for aluminum chloride?

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The formula for aluminum chloride is AlCl3.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-1

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How do you name an ionic compound?

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To name an ionic compound, name the cation (metal) first followed by the anion (non-metal) with its ending changed to '-ide'.

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What is the charge of magnesium in MgI2?

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The charge of magnesium in MgI2 is +2.

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What is the name of BeCl2?

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The name of BeCl2 is beryllium chloride.

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What is the formula for magnesium iodide?

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The formula for magnesium iodide is MgI2.

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What is the significance of subscripts in a chemical formula?

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Subscripts in a chemical formula indicate the number of atoms of each element in the compound.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-5