Boron and Its Compounds

The video tutorial explains how to write the formula for boron nitride, a compound formed by a metalloid (boron) and a non-metal (nitrogen). It discusses the nature of the covalent bond between these elements and the naming conventions used, such as boron nitride or boron mono nitride. The video concludes with a summary of the formula and naming conventions.

What type of element is boron classified as?

• Metal

• Non-metal

• Metalloid

• Noble gas

What is the nature of the bond between boron and nitrogen in boron nitride?

• Hydrogen

• Covalent

• Metallic

• Ionic

Why is the charge not considered when naming boron nitride?

• Because it is an ionic compound

• Because it is a covalent compound

• Because it is a metallic compound

• Because it is a noble gas

What is the chemical formula for boron nitride?

• BN2

• B3N2

• B2N3

• BN

What is the element symbol for boron?

• Bo

• Br

• B

• N

What is the more commonly used name for BN?

• Boron mononitride

• Boron nitride

• Boron dinitride

• Nitrogen boride

If given the formula BN, what might you incorrectly call it?

• Boron nitride

• Boron mononitride

• Boron dinitride

• Nitrogen boride