Naming Ionic Compounds and Anions

The video tutorial explains how to name binary ionic compounds using the stock system. It covers the rules for naming cations and anions, emphasizing that cations are named first followed by anions. Monoatomic cations take the element's name, while monoatomic anions end with 'ide'. The video also clarifies that Greek prefixes are not used in naming these compounds. Several examples are provided to illustrate the naming process, including sodium chloride and lithium nitride.

What is the first step in naming a binary ionic compound using the stock system?

• Add 'ide' to the cation

• Name the cation first

• Use Greek prefixes

• Name the anion first

How do you name a monoatomic cation?

• By adding 'ide' to the element name

• By using the element's name

• By using Greek prefixes

• By reversing the element's name

What suffix is added to the name of a monoatomic anion?

• 'ium'

• 'ite'

• 'ide'

• 'ate'

Why are Greek prefixes not used in naming binary ionic compounds?

• They are used for indicating charge

• They are outdated

• They make the name too long

• They are only used for covalent compounds

What is the correct name for the compound NaCl?

• Sodium chloride

• Sodium chlorate

• Sodium chlorite

• Sodium chlorine

Which of the following is the correct name for Li3N?

• Lithium nitride

• Lithium nitrogen

• Lithium nitrate

• Lithium nitrite

What is the name of the compound CaBr2?

• Calcium bromite

• Calcium bromide

• Calcium bromium

• Calcium bromate

How is the compound Mg3N2 named?

• Magnesium nitrogen

• Magnesium nitrite

• Magnesium nitrate

• Magnesium nitride