Explore the process of writing and naming ionic formulas and compounds. Pupils learn to build ionic compounds by analyzing their charges. The instructor then explains how to name the newly created compound.

Concepts

ionic compounds, chemical formulas, compounds, cations, anions, ionic bonds, polyatomic ions

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Provide pupils with a list of polyatomic ions as a reference
• Incorporate whiteboard practice when writing ionic formulas to check for understanding

Classroom Considerations

• Expects a solid understanding of monoatomic and polyatomic ions and their charges

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Uses graphic organizers to present material
• Provides definitions and other important information with written descriptions to aid in note taking

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.7 RST.11-12.7