Naming Covalent (Molecular) Compounds

Front

What is the formula for Tricarbon Octahydride?

Back

C₃H₈

Front

What is the chemical formula of sulfur hexabromide?

Back

SBr₆

Front

Which of the following is a binary covalent compound: OF₂, NaCl, or MgO?

Back

OF₂

Front

What type of elements are involved in a binary covalent bond?

Back

2 nonmetals

Front

What is the correct chemical formula for Nitrogen Triiodide?

Back

NI₃

Front

What is a covalent bond?

Back

A chemical bond that involves the sharing of electron pairs between atoms.

Front

What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds?

Back

Ionic compounds are formed by the transfer of electrons between metals and nonmetals, while covalent compounds are formed by the sharing of electrons between nonmetals.

Front

What is the prefix used for 4 in covalent compound naming?

Back

Tetra-

Front

What is the prefix used for 5 in covalent compound naming?

Back

Penta-

Front

What is the significance of the prefixes in naming covalent compounds?

Back

They indicate the number of atoms of each element in the compound.