Ionic Bonding/naming and writing formulas

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically between a metal and a non-metal.

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What is the general rule for naming ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds are named by stating the name of the metal (cation) first, followed by the name of the non-metal (anion) with its ending changed to '-ide'.

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What is the formula for sodium chloride?

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NaCl

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How do you determine the charge of a metal ion in an ionic compound?

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The charge of a metal ion can often be determined by its position in the periodic table and the number of electrons it loses to achieve a stable electron configuration.

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What is the formula for aluminum phosphide?

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AlP

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What is the correct name for Cu₃N₂?

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Copper (II) nitride

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What is the formula for magnesium carbonate?

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MgCO₃

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What is the name of FeCl₂?

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Iron (II) chloride

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What is the name of Al(NO₃)₃?

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Aluminum nitrate

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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A polyatomic ion is a charged ion composed of two or more atoms covalently bonded together, which can act as a single unit in chemical reactions.