Chemical Compound Naming Quiz

What is the first step in naming a chemical compound from its formula?

• Identify the anion and write its name first.

• Identify the cation and write its name first.

• Identify the number of atoms in the compound.

• Identify the charge of the compound.

Which of the following is true about cations?

• Cations are negative ions formed by gaining electrons.

• Cations are positive ions formed by losing electrons.

• Cations are always non-metals.

• Cations change their names when forming compounds.

How do you modify the name of an anion when naming a compound?

• Add 'ium' to the end of the name.

• Keep the name as it is on the periodic table.

• Add 'ate' to the end of the name.

• Change the ending to 'ide'.

What does the anion 'O' change to when naming a compound?

• Oxygenide

• Oxy

• Oxate

• Oxide

In the compound LiF, what does 'F' change to?

• Fluorate

• Fluorine

• Fluoride

• Fluor

What is the correct name for the compound BaCl2?

• Barium Chloride

• Barium Chlorine

• Barium Chlorate

• Barium Chlorite

When sulfur forms an anion, what does its name change to?

• Sulfide

• Sulfate

• Sulfuride

• Sulfurate

What is the name of the compound Na2S?

• Sodium Sulfate

• Sodium Sulfite

• Sodium Sulfide

• Sodium Sulfur

What is the correct name for the compound Li3P?

• Lithium Phosphite

• Lithium Phosphor

• Lithium Phosphate

• Lithium Phosphide

Which of the following is a polyatomic ion?

• Sulfide

• Sulfate

• Sulf

• Sulfur