Question

What are the steps to naming simple ionic compounds

Answer 1

To name an ionic compound, you simply need to find the names of the cation and anion present in the compound and make sure to revise the ends of metal names as needed. First, write out the name of the metal, followed by the name of the non-metal with its new ending.

Answer 2

Answer:

To name an ionic compound, you simply need to find the names  of the cation and anion present in the compound and make sure to revise the ends of metal names as needed. First, write out the name of the metal, followed by the name of the non-metal with its new ending.

Explanation:

Write the name of the cation, and then write the name of the anion, changing the ending to "-ide" if it's a single element and leaving it as it is if it's a polyatomic ion.