The video tutorial explains how to name HCl using a flowchart. It begins by identifying the elements H and Cl, then follows a step-by-step process to derive the name 'hydrochloric acid'. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of using the periodic table to find the stem of chlorine, replacing 'ine' with 'ic', and adding 'acid' to complete the name. Dr. B concludes the tutorial with a brief sign-off.

What is the first step in naming a compound like HCl according to the flowchart?

• Identify the number of elements in the compound

• Write the word 'acid' first

• Determine the physical state of the compound

• Find the atomic number of the elements

When naming HCl, what prefix is added before the stem of the non-metal element?

• Hydro

• Chloro

• Aqua

• Oxy

What is the stem used for chlorine when naming HCl?

• Chloric

• Chlorine

• Chloro

• Chlor

How is the ending 'ine' in chlorine changed when naming HCl?

• It is replaced with 'ide'

• It is replaced with 'ate'

• It is replaced with 'ous'

• It is replaced with 'ic'

What is the final name given to HCl after following the naming process?

• Hydrochloric acid

• Chlorine acid

• Chloric acid

• Hydrochloric base