Naming and Writing Formulas

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What is the formula for Strontium Iodide?

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SrI2

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What is the name of the compound P2Br10?

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Diphosphorus Decabromide

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What type of compound contains a metal?

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Ionic

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What is the correct formula for lithium oxide?

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Li2O

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What is the formula for the compound formed by Ba^+2 and Br^-1?

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BaBr2

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Define ionic compound.

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A compound formed from the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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What is the difference between ionic and molecular compounds?

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Ionic compounds consist of metals and nonmetals, while molecular compounds consist of nonmetals only.

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

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Sodium Chloride

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How do you determine the formula for an ionic compound?

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By balancing the charges of the cations and anions.

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What is the formula for Calcium Fluoride?

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CaF2