Ionic Names and Formulas

Front

How many valence electrons do elements aim to have in their outer shells?

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8

Front

What is the formula for beryllium iodide?

Back

BeI₂

Front

Ionic compounds are made up of ions from ________ and _______.

Back

metals, nonmetals

Front

What is the name of Na₂S?

Back

sodium sulfide

Front

What is the correct name for CaS?

Back

calcium sulfide

Front

Define ionic bond.

Back

An ionic bond is a chemical bond formed between two ions with opposite charges.

Front

What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na)?

Back

+1

Front

What is the charge of a chloride ion (Cl)?

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-1

Front

What is the formula for magnesium oxide?

Back

MgO

Front

What is the name of the compound with the formula KCl?

Back

potassium chloride