Naming Ionic Compounds

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding. It typically consists of a metal and a non-metal.

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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To determine the formula of an ionic compound, balance the total positive charge from the cations with the total negative charge from the anions.

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What is the charge of magnesium in magnesium phosphide (Mg3P2)?

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The charge of magnesium in magnesium phosphide is +2.

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What is the systematic name for the compound with the formula SnSe2?

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The systematic name for SnSe2 is Tin (IV) Selenide.

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What is the charge of iron in iron (II) chloride (FeCl2)?

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The charge of iron in iron (II) chloride is +2.

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How do you write the formula for potassium sulfide?

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The formula for potassium sulfide is K2S.

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What is the formula for aluminum chloride?

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The formula for aluminum chloride is AlCl3.

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming ionic compounds?

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of the metal cation in the compound.

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What is the formula for combining calcium (Ca) and oxygen (O)?

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The formula for combining calcium and oxygen is CaO.

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What is the name of the ionic compound NaCl?

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The name of the ionic compound NaCl is Sodium Chloride.