Naming Compounds and Writing Formulas

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What is the name of the compound FeCl₃?

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iron III chloride

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What is the correct name for SrF₂?

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strontium fluoride

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What is the name of Ca(NO₃)₂?

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calcium nitrate

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What is the formula for Magnesium phosphide?

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Mg₃P₂

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What is the correct name for Al₂(SO₄)₃?

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aluminum sulfate

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Define ionic compound.

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An ionic compound is formed when atoms transfer electrons, resulting in the attraction between positively and negatively charged ions.

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming compounds?

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of the metal in a compound.

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How do you determine the formula for a compound formed between magnesium and phosphorus?

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Magnesium has a +2 charge and phosphorus has a -3 charge, so the formula is Mg₃P₂.

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What is the naming convention for binary ionic compounds?

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The name of the metal is followed by the name of the non-metal with its ending changed to '-ide'.

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What is the formula for aluminum sulfate?

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Al₂(SO₄)₃