Naming Ionic and Covalent Compounds

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding. They typically form between metals and nonmetals.

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What is a covalent compound?

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A covalent compound is a chemical compound formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms, typically between nonmetals.

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How do you name 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 nonmetal (anion) with its ending changed to '-ide'.

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How do you name covalent compounds?

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Covalent compounds are named using prefixes to indicate the number of atoms of each element present, followed by the name of the first element and the second element with its ending changed to '-ide'.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion?

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+1

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What is the charge of a chloride ion?

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-1

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What is the formula for aluminum oxide?

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Al₂O₃.

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What is the formula for carbon dioxide?

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CO₂.

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming ionic compounds?

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of the metal cation in ionic compounds, especially for transition metals.

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What is the formula for potassium sulfide?

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K₂S.