Ionic & Covalent Nomenclature

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What is ionic nomenclature?

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Ionic nomenclature is the system used to name ionic compounds, which are formed from the electrostatic attraction between positively charged cations and negatively charged anions.

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What is covalent nomenclature?

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Covalent nomenclature is the system used to name covalent compounds, which are formed when two or more nonmetals share electrons.

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When do you use Roman numerals in ionic compound names?

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Roman numerals are used in ionic compound names to indicate the oxidation state of a metal that can have multiple charges.

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What is the name of NH4F?

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The name of NH4F is Ammonium fluoride.

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What is the formula for copper (I) phosphide?

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The formula for copper (I) phosphide is Cu3P.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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What is the name of the compound N8O4?

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The name of the compound N8O4 is Octanitrogen tetraoxide.

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Which of the following is a covalent compound: NaCl, Pb(NO3)2, CO2, AlCl3?

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CO2 is a covalent compound.

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What is the significance of prefixes in covalent nomenclature?

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Prefixes in covalent nomenclature indicate the number of atoms of each element in the compound.

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What is the formula for ammonium sulfate?

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The formula for ammonium sulfate is (NH4)2SO4.