Compounds Flashcards
1
Q
How are compounds created?
A
Compounds are created when two (or more) different elements react together.
2
Q
How do you write a simple compound?
A
To name a simple compound of a metal and non-metal the endings change.
Example:Sodium+chlorine=Sodium chloride
Write the metal down first and then the non-metals second.
3
Q
How do you write a complex compound?
A
For compounds that contain more than two elements plus oxygen, you change the ending to ate
For example: Copper+Sulphur+Oxygen= Copper Sulphate.
4
Q
How are mixtures and compounds different?
A
Compounds are chemically joined together, mixtures are not.
