What is the definition of a chemical compound?
Compounds are substances made from two or more different elements chemically combined. Compounds have a unique name that describes the elements in the compound and their ratio. Names of compounds are important for scientists to communicate with each other.
Naming Compounds
2 different elements A compound made from only 2 elements is called an Water (H2O) is Hydrogen Oxide Common Salt (Na Cl) is Sodium Chloride Write down the elements these compounds are made from and name the compound: K Cl, Ca O, Mg O, Cu Cl2
Jotter Note:
Which is the best way to name the compound between calcium and sulphur?
- Calcium sulphide
- Sulphuric calcium
- Calcium sulphate
- Calcium sulphite
3 different elements (one of which is OXYGEN) A compound made from 3 elements one of which is oxygen is called an Write down the elements these compounds are made from and name the compound: Na2CO3 MgSO4 CuCO3 KNO3
Jotter Note:
Which is the best way to name the compound between calcium, sulphur and oxygen?
- Calcium sulphide
- Sulphuric calcium
- Calcium sulphate
- Calcium sulphite
Draw / write: Complete the following table with the correct names for the compounds.
Draw / write: Complete the following table with the correct names for the compounds.
Plenary: What rules do you need to follow when naming a compound?