1. Which is not true of binary compounds?

A. The name of the positively charged nonmetal ion is changed to end in - ide.

B. The positively charged metal ion is written first.

C. These contain only two elements.

D. These usually consist of a metal and a nonmetal.

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Hugo Casey

14 March, 13:10

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Andrew Anthony · Answer 1

Pretty sure it's b but not an definitely

Jenna Underwood · Answer 2

Just took the test. Correct answer is A. The name of the positively (it should be negatively) charged nonmetal ion is changed to end in - ide.

1. Which is not true of binary compounds?A. The name of the positively charged nonmetal ion is changed to end in - ide.B. The positively charged metal ion is written first.C. These contain only two elements.D. These usually consist of a metal and a nonmetal.