1.26 Deduce the formulae of ionic compounds (including oxides, hydroxides, halides, nitrates, carbonates and sulfates) given the formulae of the constituent ions Flashcards
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What is the formula for an Oxide ion?
A
O²⁻
Example: Sodium oxide (Na₂O)
2
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What is the formula for a Hydroxide ion?
A
OH⁻
Example: Sodium hydroxide (NaOH)
3
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What is the formula for a Halide ion?
A
Cl⁻, Br⁻, I⁻
Example: Sodium chloride (NaCl)
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What is the formula for a Nitrate ion?
A
NO₃⁻
Example: Sodium nitrate (NaNO₃)
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What is the formula for a Carbonate ion?
A
CO₃²⁻
Example: Sodium carbonate (Na₂CO₃)
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What is the formula for a Sulfate ion?
A
SO₄²⁻
Example: Sodium sulfate (Na₂SO₄)
