Naming Ionic Compounds

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What is the name of the compound Na₂(SO₄)?

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Sodium sulfate

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In most cases, when naming you change the ending of the second element to ________.

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-ide.

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Name the following ionic compound: BeCl₂

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beryllium chloride

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The name of FeCl₂ is

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iron (II) chloride

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LiBr is called

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lithium bromide

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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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What suffix is used for polyatomic ions containing oxygen?

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-ate or -ite.

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What is the difference between -ate and -ite in naming ionic compounds?

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-ate indicates a higher number of oxygen atoms than -ite.

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What is the name of the compound MgO?

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Magnesium oxide

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How do you name a compound with a transition metal?

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Include the oxidation state in parentheses after the metal's name.