Semester Review #3: Unit 6 Formulas and Nomenclature

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What is the formula for cadmium(II) fluoride?

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CdF_2

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What is the formula for vanadium (V) phosphate?

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Va_3(PO_4)_5

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What kind of bond forms between a cation and an anion?

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Ionic bond

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If I gain electrons I become:

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negative because I've added electrons

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What is the correct name for ZnCl_2?

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zinc chloride

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Define ionic bond.

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A type of chemical bond that involves the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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What is the charge of a cation?

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Positive charge.

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What is the charge of an anion?

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Negative charge.

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What is the formula for sodium chloride?

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NaCl

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What is the significance of the Roman numeral in transition metal nomenclature?

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It indicates the oxidation state of the metal.