Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)

by Moore, John W.; Stanitski, Conrad L.

Published by Cengage Learning

ISBN 10: 1285199049

ISBN 13: 978-1-28519-904-7

Chapter 2 - Chemical Compounds - Questions for Review and Thought - Topical Questions - Page 90b: 36b

Answer

Incorrect; NaF

Work Step by Step

Alkali metals have a charge of 1+, and Halogens, such as F, should have a charge of 1-. Thus, the ratio should be 1 to 1, not 1 to 2 as it is presented originally. This makes the answer: NaF

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