Names and Formulae of Substances (Grade 10 NSC Matric Physical Sciences): Flashcards

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Names and Formulae of Substances
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Two ways to identify chemical substances

Chemical names and chemical formulae

Cations

Positive ions formed when atoms lose electrons

Anions

Negative ions formed when atoms gain electrons

Order rule for compound naming

Element on left of periodic table written first

Prefix 'di' meaning

Two (2)

Prefix 'tri' meaning

Three (3)

Roman numerals vs prefixes in naming

Roman numerals for metals; prefixes for non-metals

Charge balancing principle

Total positive charge must equal total negative charge

Formula for water

H2OH_2O

Formula for ammonia

NH3NH_3

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