Ionic Naming

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What is ionic naming?

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Ionic naming is the process of naming ionic compounds based on the elements involved and their oxidation states.

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What is the charge of a magnesium ion?

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The charge of a magnesium ion is 2+.

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What is the name of the compound CuP?

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Copper(II) phosphide.

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What is the formula for manganese(IV) oxide?

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MnO2.

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How do you determine the charge of a transition metal in an ionic compound?

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The charge of a transition metal can be determined by the charges of the other ions in the compound.

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What is the name for the compound CoCl4?

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Cobalt(IV) chloride.

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What is the formula for boron selenide?

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B2Se3.

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What is the name for MnO2?

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Manganese(IV) oxide.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds are formed by the transfer of electrons, while covalent compounds are formed by the sharing of electrons.

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What is the charge of a phosphate ion?

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The charge of a phosphate ion (PO4) is 3-.