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The positive ion (cation) is written first.

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Where do the names for ionic compounds come from?

The names for ionic compounds typically come from the combination of the names of the ions that make up the compound. The cation is listed first followed by the anion, with the endings of the anions often changing to -ide, -ite, or -ate depending on the specific ion present.


What is listed first in ionic compounds?

In ionic compounds, the cation is listed first. The cation is a positively charged ion, often a metal, while the anion, a negatively charged ion, is listed second.


What item comes first in the formula for an ionic compound?

Typically in writing an ionic compound, the cation is written first, then the anion.


Where are some places ionic compounds are found?

Ionic compounds are commonly found in nature as minerals such as halite (table salt), calcite (in limestone), and fluorite. They are also used in everyday materials such as baking soda, toothpaste, and antacids. Additionally, ionic compounds are present in pharmaceuticals, ceramics, and various industrial processes.


What do you call a compound that is held together by an ionic bond?

most ionic compounds are salt


What do you call compounds that have been formed through ionic bonding?

Ionic compounds.


Binary ionic compounds are named in what pattern?

Binary ionic compounds are named by first stating the name of the cation (metal) followed by the name of the anion (nonmetal) with an -ide ending.


How does the melting point of ionic compounds compared to that of covalent compounds?

Ionic compounds generally have higher melting and boiling points.


Ionic compounds often have higher melting point than metals. Using at least 2 properties of ionic compounds explain why is cookware not made from ionic compounds?

Cookware needs to have good thermal conductivity, while ionic compounds have poor conductivity. Additionally, ionic compounds are brittle and prone to shattering when subjected to mechanical stress, making them unsuitable for cookware that requires durability and resistance to impact.


Is PO4 Covalent or ionic?

It is ionic, All the compounds of Sodium are ionic.


What properties charaterize ionic compounds?

Ionic bonds are very weak, and ionic compounds are very weakly held together chemically.


In a formula for an ionic compound which element comes first?

The element that forms the cation (positive ion) comes first in the formula for an ionic compound.