Ionic Naming General

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What is the formula for sodium sulfide?

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Na₂S

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Which element requires Roman Numerals when named?

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Gold (Au)

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What is the name of CoCl₄?

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Cobalt IV chloride

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Which of the following is not an ionic compound: Rb₂Se, gold(I) chloride, N₂O₅, barium phosphide?

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N₂O₅

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What is the formula for a compound made of Mg²⁺ and As³⁻?

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Mg₃As₂

Front

Define ionic compound.

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A chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding.

Front

What is the charge of sodium ion?

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+1

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What is the charge of sulfate ion?

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-2

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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Combine the charges of the ions to balance them to zero.

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What is the significance of Roman Numerals in ionic naming?

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They indicate the oxidation state of the metal cation.