Question

nomenclature of ionic compounds
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what name should be used for the ionic compound cu(no₃)₂?
○ copper nitrate
○ copper(i) nitrate
○ copper(ii) nitrate
○ copper(iii) nitrate

Explanation:

+2 charge.

1. For transition metals like copper, the charge is indicated with a Roman numeral in parentheses, so it is copper(II) nitrate.

Answer:

+2 charge.

1. For transition metals like copper, the charge is indicated with a Roman numeral in parentheses, so it is copper(II) nitrate.