Ionic Bonding and Naming Practice

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond that occurs when electrons are transferred from one atom to another, resulting in the formation of positively and negatively charged ions that are held together by electrostatic forces.

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What is the chemical formula for sodium sulfate?

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Na₂SO₄

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What is the name of the compound with the formula Mg₃N₂?

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Magnesium nitride

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What is the chemical formula for calcium nitride?

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Ca₃N₂

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What is the chemical formula for Iron (III) bromide?

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FeBr₃

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What is the name of the compound with the formula Ba(NO₃)₂?

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Barium nitrate

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How do you determine the charge of a monatomic ion?

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The charge of a monatomic ion is determined by the number of electrons lost or gained compared to the neutral atom. Metals typically lose electrons and become positively charged, while nonmetals gain electrons and become negatively charged.

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What is the significance of the Roman numeral in Iron (III) bromide?

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The Roman numeral indicates the oxidation state of the iron ion in the compound. In Iron (III) bromide, the 'III' indicates that iron has a +3 charge.

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What is the process of naming ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds are named by stating the name of the cation (positive ion) first, followed by the name of the anion (negative ion). If the cation can have multiple charges, its charge is indicated by a Roman numeral.

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What is the formula for the compound formed between calcium ions and nitride ions?

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Ca₃N₂