Nomenclature Flashcard

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What is the name of the ionic compound Cr(NO₂)₃?

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chromium (III) nitrite

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Does the compound SnO₂ require a Roman numeral, Greek prefix, neither, or both?

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Roman numeral (RN)

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What is the name of the ionic compound Cs₂S?

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cesium sulfide

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What is the name of the compound SnO₂?

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tin(IV) oxide

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What is the name of the compound SeF₄?

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selenium tetrafluoride

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What is the rule for naming ionic compounds with transition metals?

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Use Roman numerals to indicate the oxidation state of the metal.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds form from the transfer of electrons, while covalent compounds form from the sharing of electrons.

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What is a Greek prefix used for in chemical nomenclature?

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Greek prefixes indicate the number of atoms of each element in a covalent compound.

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What is the name of the compound NaCl?

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sodium chloride

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming compounds?

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of the metal in ionic compounds.