Chemistry Compound Naming

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding, typically formed between metals and nonmetals.

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What are the two types of elements that form ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds are formed from a metal and a nonmetal.

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What is a binary compound?

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A binary compound is a chemical compound that contains exactly two different elements.

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Is sodium sulfite (Na2SO3) a binary compound?

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No, sodium sulfite contains a polyatomic ion (SO3) and is not a binary compound.

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What is the formula for carbon dioxide?

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The formula for carbon dioxide is CO2.

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What types of elements are combined in carbon dioxide?

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Carbon dioxide is formed from two non-metals: carbon and oxygen.

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What is the name of the ionic compound CaCO3?

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The name of the ionic compound CaCO3 is calcium carbonate.

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What is the name of the ionic compound NaF?

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The name of the ionic compound NaF is sodium fluoride.

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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A polyatomic ion is an ion composed of two or more atoms bonded together, which can carry a positive or negative charge.

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What is the difference between a cation and an anion?

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A cation is a positively charged ion, while an anion is a negatively charged ion.