Naming Acids

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What is the formula for nitric acid?

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HNO₃

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Binary acids start with the prefix "____________"

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hydro

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Name this acid with the formula HF

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hydrofluoric acid

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Name this acid: H₂SO₄

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sulfuric acid

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What is the formula for phosphoric acid?

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H₃PO₄

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What is the common name for HCl?

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hydrochloric acid

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What is the formula for acetic acid?

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CH₃COOH

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What is the difference between binary acids and oxyacids?

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Binary acids consist of hydrogen and one other nonmetal, while oxyacids contain hydrogen, oxygen, and another element.

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What is the formula for sulfurous acid?

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H₂SO₃

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What is the naming convention for acids that do not contain oxygen?

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They are named with the prefix "hydro-" and the suffix "-ic".