Questions: Give the correct, systematic name for the compound Mg(NO3)2. (Type one word per space and do not capitalize.)

Give the correct, systematic name for the compound Mg(NO3)2. (Type one word per space and do not capitalize.)
Transcript text: Give the correct, systematic name for the compound $\mathrm{Mg}\left(\mathrm{NO}_{3}\right)_{2}$. (Type one word per space and do not capitalize.) $\square$ $\square$
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Solution Steps

Step 1: Identify the Cation

The compound \(\mathrm{Mg}\left(\mathrm{NO}_{3}\right)_{2}\) contains the cation \(\mathrm{Mg}^{2+}\), which is magnesium.

Step 2: Identify the Anion

The anion in the compound is \(\mathrm{NO}_{3}^{-}\), which is known as the nitrate ion.

Step 3: Combine the Names

The systematic name of an ionic compound is formed by combining the name of the cation and the name of the anion. Therefore, the name of \(\mathrm{Mg}\left(\mathrm{NO}_{3}\right)_{2}\) is magnesium nitrate.

Final Answer

\(\boxed{\text{magnesium nitrate}}\)

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