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3.1 Introduction to Chemical Nomenclature

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Defining Chemical Nomenclature

Chemical Nomenclature is a systematic, rule-based system used to name chemical compounds which is regulated by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry also known as IUPAC. It is a standardized language that ensures every chemical substance has a unique, unambiguous name that can be interpreted to reveal its structure and composition.

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7 lessons

  1. 3.1Introduction to Chemical NomenclatureThis lesson
  2. 3.2Elements and SymbolsOpen lesson
  3. 3.3Naming Binary Ionic CompoundsOpen lesson
  4. 3.4Naming Molecular (Covalent) CompoundsOpen lesson
  5. 3.5Polyatomic Ions and Their NamesOpen lesson
  6. 3.6Acid NomenclatureOpen lesson
  7. 3.7Common Errors in Naming Compounds & Cumulative Review of NomenclatureOpen lesson

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