Summary

From this reference, students will gain a better understanding of how to name compounds.

Grade Level

High School

Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:

• Name ionic and covalent compounds.

Chemistry Topics

This lesson supports students’ understanding of:

• Naming compounds

Time

Teacher Preparation: minimal

Lesson: minimal (can incorporate into a bigger lesson about naming compounds)

Safety

• No specific safety precautions need to be followed for this activity.

Teacher Notes

• This flowchart helps students follow the logic behind naming compounds.