Section 3.1- Formulas and Names

Question 1

the basis for such precise relationships is the

Answer 1

atomic theory

Question 2

the numerical relationships between elements and compounds is part of the science of

Answer 2

stoichiometry (element to measure)

Question 3

are symbolic representations that specify the elements present in a compound and the relative numbers of atoms of each element present

Answer 3

chemical formulas

Question 4

the two main categories of chemical compounds

Answer 4

molecular and ionic

Question 5

chemical compound composed of molecules (groups of two or more atoms linked together by chemical bonds to form distinct units)

Answer 5

molecular compounds

Question 6

chemical compounds composed of a vast array of ions

Answer 6

ionic compounds

Question 7

formula which tells how many of each type of atom are found in an actual molecule of that substance

Answer 7

molecular formula

Question 8

formula which shows only the simplest ratio of atoms in a compound

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empirical formula

Question 9

the simplest ratio of atoms in an ionic compound may also be called a

Answer 9

formula unit

Question 10

the system for naming binary molecular compounds is used primarily for molecular compounds containing _____________

Answer 10

two NONMETALS