Naming Ionic & Covalent Bonds

Front

What happens to an atom when it gains electrons?

Back

It becomes negative because it has added electrons.

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What is the name of the compound P₄S₁₀?

Back

Tetraphosphorus decasulfide.

Front

How do you identify if a compound is ionic or covalent?

Back

Ionic compounds typically consist of metals and nonmetals, while covalent compounds consist of nonmetals only.

Front

What is the name of the compound Na₂(SO₄)?

Back

Sodium sulfate.

Front

What is the name of the ionic compound BeCl₂?

Back

Beryllium chloride.

Front

What is the general rule for naming ionic compounds?

Back

The name of the metal is followed by the name of the nonmetal with its ending changed to '-ide'.

Front

What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons.

Front

What is the formula for sulfur trioxide?

Back

SO₃.

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What is the name of the compound CO₂?

Back

Carbon dioxide.

Front

What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na⁺)?

Back

+1.