naming test Flashcards
1
Q
Binary Acids
A
only two elements: Use “hydro-“ prefix and “-ic” suffix.
2
Q
Oxyacids
A
contain oxygen: The suffix depends on the polyatomic ion.
3
Q
formula unit
A
smallest unit of an ionic compound
4
Q
subscripts
A
number of atoms
5
Q
superscripts
A
charge
6
Q
which two need roman numerals
A
tin and lead (Sn and Pb)
7
Q
Which two do not need roman numerals
A
Silver (Ag) always +1 Zinc (Zn) always +2
8
Q
when do you use hydro
A
no O
9
Q
Roman numerals
A
used for transition metals
I - 1
II - 2
III - 3
IV - 4
V - 5
VI - 6
VII - 7
VIII - 8
IX - 9
X - 10
10
Q
ternary compounds
A
when three or more elements are used (if you see three captial letters) - one of them has to be a polyatomic
11
Q
diatomic electrons
A
Hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine
