Chemistry: The Central Science (13th Edition)

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Chapter 2 - Atoms, Molecules, and Ions - Exercises - Page 77: 2.72a

Answer

Potassium cyanide.

Work Step by Step

The symbol 'K' is for potassium and has a +1 charge on its ion. The symbol 'CN' is for cyanide which has a -1 charge on its ion. The name of this ionic compound is potassium cyanide.
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