Naming Ionic Compounds

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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 LiNO3?

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lithium nitrate

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What is the name of the ionic compound MgSO4?

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magnesium sulfate

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What is the name of the ionic compound BeCl2?

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beryllium chloride

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

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calcium phosphate

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What is the general rule for naming ionic compounds?

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The name of the cation (positive ion) is followed by the name of the anion (negative ion).

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How do you name a metal with multiple oxidation states?

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Use Roman numerals to indicate the oxidation state of the metal in parentheses after its name.

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What is the name of the ionic compound NaCl?

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sodium chloride

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What is the name of the ionic compound K2O?

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potassium oxide

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What is the name of the ionic compound Al2O3?

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aluminum oxide