Question

2
rules that apply
to both naming ionic
AND covalent
compounds

Answer 1

When naming ionic compounds, we follow the general rules:

Identify and name the cation; this is a metal element or polyatomic cation.

Identify and name the anion; this is a nonmetal element. Change the suffix to '-ide,' or use the polyatomic anion name.

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