Naming Compounds Quiz

What is the first step in naming a compound correctly?

• Identify the color of the compound

• Measure the mass of the compound

• Check the temperature of the compound

• Determine the type of compound

In ionic compounds without transition metals, what suffix is used for the nonmetal?

• -ate

• -ite

• -ide

• -one

What charge does aluminum have in aluminum oxide?

• 2-

• 3+

• 3-

• 2+

What does the Roman numeral in the name of an ionic compound with a transition metal indicate?

• The atomic mass

• The number of atoms

• The number of bonds

• The charge of the transition metal

What is the final formula for iron(III) oxide?

• FeO2

• Fe3O2

• Fe2O3

• FeO

What is a polyatomic ion?

• An ion with a single charge

• An ion with no charge

• An ion with two or more elements

• An ion with a single element

Which of the following is a polyatomic ion?

• Oxide

• Sulfide

• Nitrate

• Chloride

What is the charge of phosphate in calcium phosphate?

• 2-

• 2+

• 3+

• 3-

In the compound Cu3(PO4)2, what is the charge of copper?

• 3+

• 2+

• 4+

• 1+

What is the name of the compound with the formula FeBr2?

• Iron(II) bromide

• Iron(III) bromide

• Iron bromate

• Iron bromite