Complete Ionic Naming

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What is the chemical formula for Calcium Nitride?

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Ca₃N₂

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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 for Ni(OH)₃?

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NICKEL(III) HYDROXIDE

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What is the name of the compound Li₂SO₃?

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Lithium sulfite

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What is the formula for vanadium (IV) carbonate?

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V(CO₃)₂

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What is the general rule for naming ionic compounds?

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The cation (positive ion) is named first, followed by the anion (negative ion).

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

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The charge can be determined by the overall charge of the compound and the charges of the other ions present.

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What is the difference between sulfide and sulfate?

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Sulfide (S²⁻) is a compound of sulfur with a negative charge, while sulfate (SO₄²⁻) is a polyatomic ion containing sulfur and oxygen.

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What is the naming convention for polyatomic ions?

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Polyatomic ions are named based on their composition, often ending in -ate or -ite depending on the number of oxygen atoms.

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What is the formula for aluminum sulfate?

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Al₂(SO₄)₃