Unit 5 Nomenclature

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What is an ionic compound made of?

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An ionic compound is made of a metal and a nonmetal.

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What is the name of the ionic compound Cs2S?

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The name of the ionic compound Cs2S is cesium sulfide.

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What is the name of K3PO4?

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The name of K3PO4 is potassium phosphate.

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What is the correct name for the covalent compound SF6?

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The correct name for the covalent compound SF6 is sulfur hexafluoride.

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What is the formula for copper(I) sulfate?

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The formula for copper(I) sulfate is Cu2(SO4).

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What distinguishes ionic compounds from covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds are formed from the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, while covalent compounds are formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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What is the general naming convention for ionic compounds?

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The general naming convention for ionic compounds is to name the metal first followed by the nonmetal with its ending changed to '-ide' for simple binary compounds.

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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To determine the formula of an ionic compound, balance the total positive and negative charges of the ions.

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What is the significance of the Roman numeral in copper(II) sulfate?

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The Roman numeral in copper(II) sulfate indicates the oxidation state of the copper ion, which is +2.

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What is the difference between a molecular compound and an ionic compound?

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A molecular compound consists of molecules formed by covalent bonds, while an ionic compound consists of ions held together by ionic bonds.