Naming Chemical Equations

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What is the name of the ionic compound BeCl₂?

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beryllium chloride

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What is the chemical formula for lithium hydroxide?

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LiOH

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What is the chemical formula for magnesium carbonate?

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MgCO₃

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What is the name of the compound FeCl₃?

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iron III chloride

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What is the correct name of Cu₃N₂?

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copper (II) nitride

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What is the general rule for naming ionic compounds?

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The name of the cation (metal) is followed by the name of the anion (non-metal) with its ending changed to '-ide' or the appropriate polyatomic ion name.

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How do you determine the charge of a transition metal in a compound?

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The charge can be determined by the overall charge of the compound and the known charges of the other ions present.

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming transition metal compounds?

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of the metal in the compound.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula Na₂SO₄?

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sodium sulfate

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What is the formula for ammonium sulfate?

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(NH₄)₂SO₄