Naming Compounds Short

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What is the name of the compound Na₂(SO₄)?

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Sodium sulfate

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Name the ionic compound BeCl₂.

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Beryllium chloride

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What is the chemical formula of tetraphosphorus heptaoxide?

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P₄O₇

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What is the name of FeCl₂?

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Iron (II) chloride

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Name the ionic compound LiNO₃.

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Lithium nitrate

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What is the general rule for naming ionic compounds?

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The name of the cation (positive ion) is followed by the name of the anion (negative ion).

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How do you determine the charge of a transition metal in a compound?

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The charge can be determined by the overall charge of the compound and the charges of the other ions present.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds are formed by the transfer of electrons between metals and nonmetals, while covalent compounds are formed by the sharing of electrons between nonmetals.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula NH₄Cl?

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Ammonium chloride

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming transition metal compounds?

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