Naming Ionic/Molecular Compounds October 31 2024

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What is the formula for diphosphorus pentoxide?

Back

P₂O₅

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What is the name of the compound LiOH?

Back

lithium hydroxide

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What is the formula for mercury (I) oxide?

Back

Hg₂O

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What is the proper formula for magnesium hydroxide?

Back

Mg(OH)₂

Front

When naming ionic compounds with transition metals, what must be included to show the charge of the metal?

Back

Roman numerals

Front

What is the general rule for naming binary ionic compounds?

Back

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

Front

What is the formula for sodium chloride?

Back

NaCl

Front

What is the name of the compound N₂O₄?

Back

dinitrogen tetroxide

Front

What is the difference between ionic and molecular compounds?

Back

Ionic compounds are formed from the electrostatic attraction between ions, while molecular compounds are formed from covalent bonds between atoms.

Front

What is the formula for calcium sulfate?

Back

CaSO₄