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Question 10 • Physical Science

The equation cap k sub 2 cap o represents the ionic bond between potassium and oxygen. What is the name of the compound?

Answer
A
oxygen potassium
B
potassium oxygen
C
potassium oxide
D
oxygen potassiumide

Explanation

Ionic compounds are named by stating the metal first, followed by the nonmetal with its ending changed to “-ide.” Potassium is the metal, and oxygen becomes oxide, so K₂O is potassium oxide.

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