CHEM - Chapter 2

Question 1

Which type of compound (ionic or covalent) doesn’t use a number prefix (dioxide)

Answer 1

Ionic (both metal and non-metal)

Question 2

What are the 2 unique steps for naming covalent compounds?

Answer 2

1. Use prefixes to indicate the number of atoms (mono-, di-, tri-, etc.).
2. Name the second element with a prefix and add the “-ide” (oxide).

Question 3

What are the 3 steps for naming ionic compounds?

Answer 3

1. Identify the cation (metal)
2. Identify the anion second (nonmetal) + name it with the “-ide” suffix
3. Ensure charges are balanced