Naming Complex Ions and Coordination Compounds Quiz

What is the correct order for naming ligands and metals in a complex ion?

• No specific order

• Alphabetical order regardless of type

• Ligands first, then metal

• Metal first, then ligands

Which ending is used for naming complex anions?

• ite

• ate

• ide

• one

For which metals do we use Latin roots when naming complex anions?

• All transition metals

• Metals with symbols matching their English names

• Only metals with a positive charge

• Select metals with symbols not matching their English names

What prefix is used for three polydentate ligands?

• Bis

• Tetra

• Tris

• Tri

How do you determine the charge of a metal in a complex ion?

• By the overall charge of the complex ion

• By the position of the metal in the periodic table

• By the number of ligands

• By the type of ligands

When naming a coordination compound, which part is named first?

• Metal

• Cation

• Ligand

• Anion

In a coordination compound, how is the number of simple anions indicated?

• It is implied by the charges

• By stating the number explicitly

• By using Roman numerals

• By using prefixes like di- or tri-

What is the first step in converting a name to a formula for a coordination compound?

• Identify the charge of the metal

• Identify the metal ion

• List all ligands alphabetically

• Determine the number of each type of ligand

How do you balance the charges in a coordination compound?

• By adjusting the number of cations and anions

• By adding more ligands

• By changing the oxidation state of the metal

• By using different ligands

What is the charge of a hexacyanoferrate ion if each cyano ligand is -1?

• -2

• -3

• -4

• -5