Molecular/Polyatomic Flashcards
1
Q
What are covalent bonds?
A
formed by the sharing of electrons between two or more non-metals
2
Q
When are molecular compounds neutral?
A
are neutral if the molecule contains no net charge, such as H₂O
3
Q
Binary compounds contain two different …
A
non-metal elements
4
Q
When you name a molecular compound, you name them in ______. The 2nd elements name ends in _____.
A
Formula order; “-ide”
5
Q
What is the prefix for 1
A
Mono
6
Q
What is the prefix for 2
A
Di
7
Q
What is the prefix for 3
A
Tri
8
Q
What is the prefix for 4
A
Tetra
9
Q
What is the prefix for 5
A
Penta
10
Q
What is the prefix for 6
A
Hexa
11
Q
What is the prefix for 7
A
Hepta
12
Q
What is the prefix for 8
A
Octa
13
Q
What is the prefix for 9
A
Nona
14
Q
What is the prefix for 10
A
Deca
15
Q
What is the chemical formula for ammonium
A
NH₄+
