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Naming Binary Ionic Compounds

Practice naming binary ionic compounds with this comprehensive worksheet for Grade 8 science students.

Grade 8 Science ChemistryNaming Binary Ionic Compounds
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Naming Binary Ionic Compounds

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Read each question carefully and provide the best answer. Remember the rules for naming binary ionic compounds.

1. In a binary ionic compound, the   is always written first.

2. The name of the anion in a binary ionic compound always ends with the suffix  .

3. A binary ionic compound is formed between a   and a  .

4. What is the correct name for the compound LiF?

a

Lithium Fluoride

b

Lithium Fluorine

c

Lithium Flu

d

Dilithium Fluoride

5. Which of the following is an example of a binary ionic compound?

a

H₂O

b

CO₂

c

NaCl

d

CH₄

6. Name the following binary ionic compounds:

a) KBr

b) MgO

c) AlCl₃

7. Write the chemical formula for the following binary ionic compounds:

a) Sodium Iodide

b) Calcium Bromide

c) Potassium Oxide

8. The cation is always a nonmetal in a binary ionic compound.

T

True

F

False

9. The compound FeCl₂ is named Iron Dichloride.

T

True

F

False

Refer to the periodic table for element symbols and charges.

Periodic Table Element Box