Ionic Naming: Transition Metals

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What do metals tend to do in terms of electrons?

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Metals tend to lose electrons.

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When naming ionic compounds with transition metals, what must be included to show the charge of the metal?

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Roman numerals are used to show the charge of the metal.

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What is the correct formula for lead (II) fluoride?

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PbF₂

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What is the charge of Mn in the compound MnS₂?

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+4

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What is the name of the compound Cu₃N₂?

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copper (II) nitride

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What is the general rule for naming ionic compounds?

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The cation (metal) is named first, followed by the anion (non-metal) with an '-ide' suffix.

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming transition metals?

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state (charge) of the transition metal.

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How do you determine the charge of a transition metal in a compound?

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You can determine the charge by balancing the total charge of the anions with the cation.

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What is the formula for iron (III) oxide?

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Fe₂O₃

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What is the charge of the sulfate ion (SO₄²⁻)?

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The charge of the sulfate ion is -2.