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Nomenclature of Ionic Compounds — Quiz

Question 3 • Chemistry

What is the chemical formula of a compound that is composed of the ions Ca raised to the 2 plus power and Br raised to the negative power ?

Answer
A
Ca sub 3 Br sub 2
B
CaBr
C
CaBr sub 2
D
Ca sub 3 Br

Explanation

A calcium ion has a charge of +2, and each bromide ion has a charge of −1. Two bromide ions balance the +2 charge of one calcium ion, giving the neutral formula CaBr₂. The correct choice is CaBr₂.

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