Naming & Writing Chemical Formulas

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What is the name of the ionic compound BeCl2?

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beryllium chloride

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What do Roman numerals indicate in the context of ionic compounds?

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the charge of the metal cation(s)

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In what order are ionic compounds written?

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cation (+ ion) first then anion (-ion)

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What is the formula for copper (II) hydroxide?

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Cu(OH)2

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What is the formula for zinc (I) fluoride?

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ZnF2

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What is an ionic compound?

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A compound formed from the electrostatic attraction between cations and anions.

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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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How do you determine the charge of a metal cation in an ionic compound?

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By using the Roman numeral in the compound's name.

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What is the significance of polyatomic ions in naming compounds?

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They are groups of atoms that carry a charge and are treated as a single unit.