Covalent and ionic naming test

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding. It typically consists of a metal and a non-metal.

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What is a covalent compound?

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A covalent compound is a chemical compound formed by the sharing of electrons between two or more non-metal atoms.

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How do you name ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds are named by stating the name of the metal (cation) first, followed by the name of the non-metal (anion) with its ending changed to '-ide' or by using the polyatomic ion name.

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

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of the metal cation in ionic compounds, especially for transition metals that can have multiple charges.

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What is the formula for sodium chloride?

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The formula for sodium chloride is NaCl.

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How do you determine the formula for an ionic compound?

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To determine the formula for an ionic compound, balance the total positive and negative charges of the ions to ensure the compound is neutral.

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What is the formula for calcium oxide?

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The formula for calcium oxide is CaO.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula Fe2O3?

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The name of the compound with the formula Fe2O3 is iron (III) oxide.

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What is the formula for lithium chloride?

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The formula for lithium chloride is LiCl.

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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A polyatomic ion is a charged entity composed of two or more atoms bonded together, which can be either positively or negatively charged.