Answer to Question #161073 in General Chemistry for Betty

Question

 For each of the following pairs of ions, write the formula and their corresponding IUPAC names of the compound they will form: (2 points)

A. Na+ and S2−.

B. Ca2+ and O2-

C. Co3+ and SO3

Answer 1

A. Na⁺ and S²⁻.$\implies$ N₂S IUPAC name; Disodium sulfanide

B. Ca²⁺ and O^2- $\implies$ CaO IUPAC name; Oxocalcium

C. Co³⁺ and SO₃ ^2- $\implies$ Co₂(SO₃)₃ IUPAC name; Cobalt (III) sulfite