Covalent Nomenclature

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What is covalent nomenclature?

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Covalent nomenclature is the system of naming chemical compounds formed by the sharing of electrons between nonmetals.

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What is the rule for naming binary covalent compounds?

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In binary covalent compounds, the first element is named using its full name, and the second element is named as if it were an anion, with the suffix '-ide'. Prefixes are used to indicate the number of atoms.

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What prefix is used for one atom in covalent nomenclature?

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Mono-

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What prefix is used for two atoms in covalent nomenclature?

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Di-

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What prefix is used for three atoms in covalent nomenclature?

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Tri-

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What prefix is used for four atoms in covalent nomenclature?

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Tetra-

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What is the chemical formula for bromine monofluoride?

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BrF

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What is the chemical formula for octanitrogen tetroxide?

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N8O4

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What is the chemical formula for disulfur trioxide?

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S2O3

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What is the correct name for SiCl6?

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Silicon hexachloride