Chapter 3, Problem 30Q

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The correct naming of the compounds ${\text{N}}_{\text{2}}\text{O,}{\text{Cu}}_{\text{2}}\text{O,}{\text{Li}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}$ from the given names is to be determined. The non-usage of the remaining names is to be accounted for.

Concept introduction: While naming an ionic compound, the name of the cation is written first, followed by the name of the anion. Generally, the cation present is a metal or a polyatomic cation, whereas the anion is a non-metal.

To determine: The correct naming of ${\text{N}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}$ and the reason for non-usage of the other names.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The correct naming of the compounds ${\text{N}}_{\text{2}}\text{O,}{\text{Cu}}_{\text{2}}\text{O,}{\text{Li}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}$ from the given names is to be determined. The non-usage of the remaining names is to be accounted for.

Concept introduction: While naming an ionic compound, the name of the cation is written first, followed by the name of the anion. Generally, the cation present is a metal or a polyatomic cation, whereas the anion is a non-metal.

To determine: The correct naming of ${\text{Cu}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}$ and the reason for non-usage of the other names.

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The correct naming of the compounds ${\text{N}}_{\text{2}}\text{O,}{\text{Cu}}_{\text{2}}\text{O,}{\text{Li}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}$ from the given names is to be determined. The non-usage of the remaining names is to be accounted for.

Concept introduction: While naming an ionic compound, the name of the cation is written first, followed by the name of the anion. Generally, the cation present is a metal or a polyatomic cation, whereas the anion is a non-metal.

To determine: The correct naming of ${\text{Li}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}$ and the reason for non-usage of the other names.