Binary Covalent Compounds Quiz

What distinguishes binary covalent compounds from ionic compounds?

• They contain metals and nonmetals.

• They contain only nonmetals.

• They have a net charge.

• They are formed by electron transfer.

Which prefix is used to indicate three atoms in a binary covalent compound?

• Tetra

• Tri

• Di

• Mono

When naming binary covalent compounds, when should the prefix 'mono' be omitted?

• When it is the second element.

• When there are three atoms.

• When it is the first element.

• When there are two atoms.

What is the correct formula for sulfur dichloride?

• S2Cl2

• SCl2

• S2Cl

• SCl

How many oxygen atoms are in the compound tetraphosphorus decoxide?

• 4

• 8

• 12

• 10

What is the name of the compound with the formula SO3?

• Sulfur tetroxide

• Sulfur trioxide

• Sulfur dioxide

• Sulfur monoxide

Which of the following is the correct name for CCl4?

• Carbon monochloride

• Carbon dichloride

• Carbon trichloride

• Carbon tetrachloride

What is the prefix for six atoms in a binary covalent compound?

• Hexa

• Penta

• Octa

• Hepta

What is the name of the compound with the formula N2O5?

• Nitrogen pentoxide

• Nitrogen dioxide

• Dinitrogen pentoxide

• Dinitrogen monoxide

Which rule is NOT applicable when naming binary covalent compounds?

• Use prefixes to indicate the number of atoms.

• Omit 'mono' for the first element.

• Use charges to determine the formula.

• Drop the vowel in certain prefixes before 'oxide'.