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How does the periodic table help in predicting the formula of a stable ionic compound?

A
Metals in Group 1 form cations with a –1 charge.
B
Metals in Group 2 form cations with a +2 charge.
C
Metals in Group 1 form anions with a +1 charge.
D
Metals in Group 2 form anions with a –2 charge.
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What name should be used for the ionic compound LiI?

A
lithium iodide
B
lithium monoiodide
C
monolithium iodide
D
monolithium monoiodide
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When is a roman numeral most likely needed in the name of an ionic compound?

A
when more than one polyatomic ion appears
B
when the anion is a polyatomic ion
C
when more than one cation is used in the formula
D
when the cation is a transition metal
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What name should be used for the ionic compound Cu(NO)?

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A
copper nitrate
B
copper(I) nitrate
C
copper(II) nitrate
D
copper(III) nitrate
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Which statement describes how the binary ionic compound CaCl2 is named?

A
The nonmetal is named first, and the ending is replaced with -ide.
B
The metal is named first, and the ending is replaced with -ide.
C
The nonmetal is named second, and the ending is replaced with -ide.
D
The metal is named second, and the ending is replaced with -ide.
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What is the name of the ionic compound AlBr3?

A
bromine aluminide
B
bromine aluminum
C
aluminum bromine
D
aluminum bromide
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What is the ratio of ions needed to produce neutral potassium chloride?

A
one potassium ion to one chloride ion
B
two potassium ions to one chloride ion
C
one potassium ion to two chloride ions
D
two potassium ions to three chloride ions

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