Ionic Compounds (Binary with Transition Metals)

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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. They typically form between metals and nonmetals.

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming ionic compounds?

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of the metal in the compound, which is important for transition metals that can have multiple oxidation states.

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What is the formula for manganese (III) oxide?

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Mn₂O₃

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What is the oxidation state of copper in copper (II) nitride?

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The oxidation state of copper in copper (II) nitride is +2.

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What is the formula for lead (IV) sulfide?

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PbS₂

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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To determine the formula, balance the total positive charge from the cations with the total negative charge from the anions.

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What is the name of FeCl₂?

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Iron (II) chloride.

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What is the oxidation state of iron in iron (II) chloride?

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The oxidation state of iron in iron (II) chloride is +2.

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What is the formula for copper (I) oxide?

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Cu₂O

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What is the name of Cu₃N₂?

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Copper (II) nitride.