Practice - Writing Simple Formulas for Ionic and Covalent Compounds
Practice Questions
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What is the formula for Calcium Chloride?
💡 Hint: Think about how many chlorine atoms are required to balance the charge of calcium.
Write the formula for Magnesium Oxide.
💡 Hint: How many electrons does magnesium need to lose for stability?
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What is the main characteristic of ionic compounds?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to the electrons in ionic bonding.
True or False: Covalent compounds are formed strictly by metal and nonmetal interactions.
💡 Hint: Recall how atoms bond differently in covalent compounds.
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Challenge Problems
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Write the chemical formula for a compound made of Calcium (Ca²⁺) and Sulfate (SO₄²⁻).
💡 Hint: Think about how many of each ion you need for neutrality.
Consider a molecule formed from 2 Nitrogen atoms and 4 Hydrogen atoms. What is its formula and structure?
💡 Hint: Remember how many atoms come together in a covalent bond.
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