Ionic vs Covalent Naming & Formula Writing

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Ionic bonds form between metals and ____.

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nonmetals

Front

What is the chemical formula for disulfur trioxide?

Back

S₂O₃

Front

What is the correct name for the compound Na₂S?

Back

sodium sulfide

Front

What is the formula for iron(III) oxide?

Back

Fe₂O₃

Front

What is the charge of V in V₂O₅?

Back

5+

Front

Define ionic bond.

Back

A chemical bond formed between two ions with opposite charges.

Front

Define covalent bond.

Back

A chemical bond that involves the sharing of electron pairs between atoms.

Front

What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds?

Back

Ionic compounds are formed from the transfer of electrons, while covalent compounds are formed from the sharing of electrons.

Front

What is the naming convention for binary ionic compounds?

Back

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

Front

What is the formula for sodium chloride?

Back

NaCl