Mastering Inorganic Compound Nomenclature

This video tutorial covers the nomenclature of compounds, focusing on ionic, molecular, and acid compounds. It explains how to identify these compounds and the specific rules for naming each type. The tutorial provides detailed examples and emphasizes the importance of understanding the charges of ions, especially for transition metals. It also highlights common mistakes students make when applying naming rules and offers tips for avoiding these errors.

Which of the following is a characteristic of ionic compounds?

• They are composed of non-metals only.

• They are composed of metals and non-metals.

• They are composed of metals only.

• They are composed of non-metals and metalloids.

What is the charge of a sodium ion in an ionic compound?

• +1

• +2

• -2

• -1

Which of the following metals always has a +3 charge in ionic compounds?

• Silver

• Copper

• Zinc

• Aluminum

What is the correct name for the compound MgCl2?

• Magnesium dichloride

• Magnesium chlorite

• Magnesium chloride

• Magnesium chlorate

What is the name of the polyatomic ion NH4+?

• Nitrate

• Phosphate

• Ammonium

• Sulfate

Which of the following is the correct formula for ammonium sulfide?

• (NH4)2S

• (NH4)2SO4

• NH4SO4

• NH4S

What prefix is used to indicate four atoms of an element in a molecular compound?

• Octa

• Penta

• Hexa

• Tetra

What is the correct name for the compound CO2?

• Carbon trioxide

• Carbon dioxide

• Carbon tetroxide

• Carbon monoxide

What is the correct name for HCl in aqueous solution?

• Hydrochloric acid

• Hydrosulfuric acid

• Hydrobromic acid

• Hydrofluoric acid

What is the correct name for H2SO4?

• Sulfuric acid

• Sulfurous acid

• Sulfate acid

• Hydrosulfuric acid