6th: br-Writing Formulas and Naming Compounds

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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 nonmetals.

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Name the compound SO3.

Back

sulfur trioxide

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What is the formula for sodium ions (Na+) and chloride ions (Cl-)?

Back

NaCl

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What is the formula for potassium ions (K+) and sulfide ions (S-2)?

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K2S

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Name the compound MgCl3.

Back

magnesium chloride

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What is the formula for iron (III) ions (Fe+3) and oxide ions (O-2)?

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Fe2O3

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds are formed by the transfer of electrons between metals and nonmetals, while covalent compounds are formed by the sharing of electrons between nonmetals.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula N2O5?

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dinitrogen pentoxide

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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The formula of an ionic compound is determined by balancing the charges of the ions involved.

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

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calcium oxide