Simple 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.

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What is the formula for beryllium chloride?

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BeCl₂

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What is the name of the ionic compound LiBr?

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Lithium bromide

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What is the name of the ionic compound Cs₂S?

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Cesium sulfide

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What is the formula for sodium fluoride?

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NaF

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How do potassium and sulfur bond together?

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They form K₂S.

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What is the charge of a lithium ion?

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Li⁺ (1+) or lithium ion has a +1 charge.

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What is the charge of a bromide ion?

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Br⁻ (1-) or bromide ion has a -1 charge.

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What is the charge of a cesium ion?

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Cs⁺ (1+) or cesium ion has a +1 charge.

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What is the charge of a sulfide ion?

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S²⁻ (2-) or sulfide ion has a -2 charge.