Binary ionic using Representative elements How to make them: Na+1 + S-2 N a2 S (get rid of charges and cross

s over numbers to become subscripts) The metal (positive ion) is always written first

Binary ionic using Transition metals Transition metals can have more than one oxidation #. Fe+2 + S-2 FeS (iron II sulfide) Or Fe+3 + S-2 Fe2 S3 (iron III sulfide)

Polyatomic (oxyanions) Use the right oxyanion and its correct charge. Honors students Should learn the Most common ones from memory. Mg+2 + NO3-1 Mg (NO3)2

How to name them: Metal ion (first part) keeps name Anion (second part) Changes name ending to: .ide. Example: CaF2 is calcium fluoride Beware: Do not mix up ending ide with some of the polyatomics (..ite) The metal is always written first

To name them find appropriate Roman numeral on opposite ion CuO2 is copper II oxide

Just put the two parts of the names together Mg (NO3)2 is magnesium nitrate Beware: Never take a polyatomic ion apart. When two numbers meet, separate them by parenthesis.

Beware: Do not forget to use Roman numerals; always check that the metal you use is a transition metal.