The Anion in an Ionic Compound Whose Name Ends in "-Ide

question 17

Multiple Choice

The anion in an ionic compound whose name ends in "-ide" is

• A)always a monoatomic ion.
• B)always a polyatomic ion.
• C)either a monoatomic or polyatomic ion.
• D)positively charged.

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Definitions:

Mood

The order of the standard forms that make up the premises and conclusion of a categorical syllogism.

Syllogism

A form of logical reasoning where a conclusion is drawn from two given or assumed propositions (premises); each of which shares a common or middle term not present in the conclusion.

Major Term

In a syllogism, the predicate of the conclusion, representing the category into which the subjects are being classified.

Syllogism

A form of deductive reasoning consisting of a major premise, a minor premise, and a conclusion, where the conclusion logically follows from the premises.