Ammonium Ion and Bonding Concepts

The video tutorial explains how to name the compound NH4O, known as ammonium oxide. It begins by identifying NH4+ as the ammonium ion, a polyatomic ion with a 1+ charge. The tutorial then discusses oxygen, which typically forms a 2- charge. To balance the charges, two ammonium ions are needed for each oxygen ion. The video concludes by naming the compound ammonium oxide and explaining the process of writing its formula.

What is the name of the ion NH4?

• Nitrate

• Hydroxide

• Nitrite

• Ammonium

Why is the ammonium ion placed first in the formula?

• Because it is more reactive

• Because it is larger

• Because it has a positive charge

• Because it is a metal

What is the charge of the ammonium ion?

• One plus

• Two plus

• One minus

• Two minus

What charge does oxygen typically form when bonding?

• Two minus

• Two plus

• One minus

• One plus

What suffix is used for the second compound in the name?

• ite

• ate

• ide

• ous

How many ammonium ions are needed to balance the charge of one oxygen ion?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What is the correct name for the compound NH4O?

• Ammonium Hydroxide

• Ammonium Dioxide

• Ammonium Oxide

• Ammonium Peroxide