Paul is trying to name the compound Mg3N2. He comes up with the name trimagnesium dinitride. Is he correct? Explain your response based on the rules for naming and provide the correct name if he is wrong.

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Paul is trying to name the compound Mg3N2. He comes up with the name trimagnesium dinitride. Is he correct? Explain your response based on the rules for naming and provide the correct name if he is wrong.
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