Naming Compounds Tutorial And Worksheet With Answers Page 13
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20Writing the Names of Ionic Compounds
Example: Write the name for CaBr
2
1)
Write the cation name first, then name the anion.
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monoatomic anions use the “ide” suffix
calcium bromide
2) If the cation is one of the transition metals with various charges, write the charge using
parenthesis and Roman numerals after the metal name.
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Not necessary here, there is not a transition metal present
Example: Write the name for Mg(NO
)
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1) Write the cation name first, then name the anion.
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monoatomic anions use the “ide” suffix
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Here we notice that the anion is a polyatomic ion. Get the name from the
polyatomic ion table (in your notes or textbook). You will be given a copy of
the polyatomic ion table on your exams.
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Do not change the suffix to “ide” with polyatomic ions:
magnesium nitrate
2) If the cation is one of the transition metals with various charges, write the charge using
parenthesis and Roman numerals after the metal name.
•
Not necessary here, there is not a transition metal present
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