Naming Ionic Compounds

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What is the name of the compound FeCl₂?

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iron (II) chloride

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When naming ionic compounds with transition metals, what must be included to show the charge of the metal?

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Roman numerals

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What is the name of the compound KF?

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Potassium fluoride

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What is the name of the compound Ca₃(PO₄)₂?

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calcium phosphate

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What is the name of the compound Sc(OH)₃?

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Scandium (III) hydroxide

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What is the general rule for naming binary ionic compounds?

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The name of the metal is followed by the name of the non-metal with its ending changed to '-ide'.

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What is the charge of potassium in potassium fluoride (KF)?

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+1

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What is the charge of calcium in calcium phosphate (Ca₃(PO₄)₂)?

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+2

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming ionic compounds?

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They indicate the oxidation state (charge) of the metal.

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What is the name of the compound NaCl?

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Sodium chloride