1.6: Molecular Elements and Compounds

Question 1

Define diatomic molecules

Answer 1

molecules containing 2 atoms

Question 2

How to know what is a diatomic molecule?

Answer 2

they end in “gen”

- S8 and O3 too

Question 3

What are the rules for naming acids based on anion names? (with hydrogen in front)

Answer 3

• If anion name ends in “ide”, corresponding acid is named as “hydro——–ic” acid (Hydrochloric acid)
• If anion ends in “ate” acid is a “——ic” acid (nitric acid)
• If anion ends in “its” acid is a “——ous” acid (Sulphurous acid)

Question 4

How to know if something a acid or base?

Answer 4

Acid has an H

Bases has a (OH) in the end usually