Naming Covalent Compounds Quiz

What is the prefix used for indicating two atoms in a covalent compound?

• Mono

• Di

• Tri

• Tetra

When naming a covalent compound, what suffix is typically added to the second element?

• -ey

• -ite

• -ate

• -ide

In the compound PCl5, what is the correct name for the chlorine component?

• Monochloride

• Dichloride

• Hexachloride

• Pentachloride

How many oxygen atoms are present in carbon dioxide?

• Three

• Two

• One

• Four

What is the chemical formula for dinitrogen hexafluoride?

• N2F4

• N2F6

• NF4

• NF6