Naming & Writing Chemical Formulas

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What is the order of writing ionic compounds?

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Cation (+ ion) first, then anion (- ion).

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What is the name of the compound Al(NO3)3?

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Aluminum nitrate.

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How do you name the ionic compound Cr(NO2)3?

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Chromium III nitrite.

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True or False: Prefixes are used when naming ionic compounds.

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False.

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What is the formula for calcium phosphate?

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Ca3(PO4)2.

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What is a cation?

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A positively charged ion.

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What is an anion?

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A negatively charged ion.

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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An ion composed of two or more atoms.

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

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By using the charges of the other ions in the compound.

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming compounds?

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They indicate the oxidation state of transition metals.