Writing Formulas & Naming Ionic Compounds Flashcardizz

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What is the name of the compound Na₂S?

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Sodium Sulfide

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What is the formula for the compound formed by Li⁺ and P³⁻?

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Li₃P

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What type of ion is a cation?

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A cation is a positive ion.

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What is the formula for the compound formed by Ca²⁺ and P³⁻?

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Ca₃P₂

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What is the chemical formula for silver phosphide?

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Ag₃P

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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.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na)?

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A sodium ion has a charge of +1.

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What is the charge of a phosphate ion (PO₄³⁻)?

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The phosphate ion has a charge of -3.

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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The formula is determined by balancing the total positive and negative charges of the ions.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula CaCl₂?

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Calcium Chloride