Covalent Compounds Flashcards

Study Notes

Covalent Compounds and Their Formulas

Nitrogen tribromide is represented by the formula NBr3, indicating one nitrogen atom bonded to three bromine atoms.
Hexaboron silicide has the formula B6Si, comprising six boron atoms and one silicon atom, commonly used in high-performance materials.
Chlorine dioxide is denoted as ClO2, featuring one chlorine atom and two oxygen atoms, and is utilized in water treatment and disinfection.
Hydrogen iodide is represented by HI, consisting of one hydrogen atom and one iodine atom, typically used in chemical synthesis.
Iodine pentafluoride is indicated by IF5, which includes one iodine atom and five fluorine atoms, known for its strong oxidizing properties.
Dinitrogen trioxide is expressed as N2O3, consisting of two nitrogen atoms and three oxygen atoms, used in various chemical reactions and studies.
Ammonia, also called nitrogen trihydride, has the formula NH3, crucial for agricultural fertilizers and as an industrial chemical.
Phosphorus triiodide is written as PI3, containing one phosphorus atom bonded to three iodine atoms, often used in organic synthesis.
Dihydrogen oxide is identified as H2O, the chemical formula for water, essential for life and a universal solvent.
Diphosphorous pentoxide is represented by P2O5, which consists of two phosphorus atoms and five oxygen atoms, commonly used as a dehydrating agent.

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Test your knowledge on the formulas of various covalent compounds with this flashcard quiz. Each card presents the name of a compound, and your task is to recall its chemical formula. Perfect for chemistry students wanting to reinforce their understanding of molecular compounds.