Naming Ionic Compounds

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What is the name of the compound FeCl₂?

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iron (II) chloride

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What is the name of the compound LiBr?

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lithium bromide

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What is the name of the compound Ca₃(PO₄)₂?

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calcium phosphate

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What is the name of the compound BeCl₂?

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beryllium chloride

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When naming an ionic compound, what must the last part be?

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the element with 'ide' at the end, unless it's a polyatomic ion

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What is the general rule for naming ionic compounds?

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The cation (positive ion) is named first, followed by the anion (negative ion).

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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A charged ion composed of two or more atoms bonded together.

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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 significance of Roman numerals in naming ionic compounds?

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of the metal cation.

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What is the name of the compound Na₂SO₄?

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sodium sulfate