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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Nomenclature of Ionic Compounds

Question 2 • IA-Chemistry A Survey of Chemistry A

Lithium nitride

Answer
A
LiN
B
LiN3
C
Li3N

Explanation

Lithium forms ions with a +1 charge, while nitride ions have a −3 charge. Three lithium ions are needed to balance the charge of one nitride ion, giving the formula Li₃N. Therefore, the correct choice is Li₃N.

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