Ionic Compound Nomenclature Review

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What is the formula for Strontium Iodide?

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SrI2

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What is the formula for Magnesium Bromide?

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MgBr2

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What is the name of CuCl2?

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Copper (II) Chloride

Front

What is the name of ZnSO4?

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Zinc Sulfate

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What is the formula for Aluminum Oxide?

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Al2O3

Front

Define ionic compound.

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding.

Front

What is the charge of a strontium ion?

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+2

Front

What is the charge of a bromide ion?

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-1

Front

How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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Combine the cation and anion charges to balance the overall charge to zero.

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What is the name of the ion formed by zinc?

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Zinc ion (Zn^2+) is formed.