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IUPAC Naming & Common Inorganic Compounds Flashcards

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What is the formula for sulfuric acid?

A

H₂SO₄

Sulfuric acid is a strong acid commonly used in various industrial processes.

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What is the formula for sulfurous acid?

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H₂SO₃

Sulfurous acid is a weaker acid compared to sulfuric acid.

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What is the formula for perchloric acid?

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HClO₄

Perchloric acid is a strong acid used in rocket propellants and explosives.

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What is the formula for bromic acid?

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HBrO₃

Bromic acid is a strong acid derived from bromine.

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What is the formula for periodic acid?

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HIO₄

Periodic acid is used in organic synthesis.

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The name of the corresponding salt for sulfuric acid depends on which anion?

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sulfate vs. sulfite

The naming convention changes based on the oxidation state of the sulfur in the anion.

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What is the typical naming convention for binary acids?

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hydro-___ic acid

This is used in classical nomenclature for acids derived from nonmetals.

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What is the formula for sodium hydroxide?

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NaOH

Sodium hydroxide is a strong base commonly used in cleaning products.

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What is the formula for calcium oxide?

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CaO

Calcium oxide is also known as quicklime and is used in various chemical processes.

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What is the formula for magnesium oxide?

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MgO

Magnesium oxide is used as a refractory material and in supplements.

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What is the formula for barium chloride?

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BaCl₂

Barium chloride is used in various applications including water treatment.

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What is the old name for Fe₂O₃?

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ferric oxide

Ferric oxide corresponds to Iron(III) oxide.

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What is the old name for FeO?

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ferrous oxide

Ferrous oxide corresponds to Iron(II) oxide.

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What is the old name for CuO?

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cupric oxide

Cupric oxide corresponds to Copper(II) oxide.

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What is the old name for Cu₂O?

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cuprous oxide

Cuprous oxide corresponds to Copper(I) oxide.

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What is the formula for potassium permanganate?

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KMnO₄

Potassium permanganate is used as a disinfectant and in water treatment.

17
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What is the formula for sodium bicarbonate?

A

NaHCO₃

Sodium bicarbonate is commonly known as baking soda.

18
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What is the formula for sodium carbonate?

A

Na₂CO₃

Sodium carbonate is used in glass manufacturing and as a cleaning agent.

19
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What is the formula for the ammonium ion?

A

NH₄⁺

The ammonium ion is a common cation in various chemical reactions.

20
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What is the formula for hydrogen peroxide?

A

H₂O₂

Hydrogen peroxide is used as a disinfectant and bleaching agent.

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