This program covers the very important topic of ionic compounds with polyatomic ions. We discuss the concept of a polyatomic ion as simply the grouping of atoms that has a net charge associated with it. We then discuss how these polyatomic ions can form ionic compounds with other elements. The entire lesson is taught by working example problems beginning with the easier ones and gradually progressing to the harder problems. Emphasis is placed on giving students confidence in their skills by gradual repetition so that the skills learned in this section are committed to long term memory.

Originally released by TMW Media Group, 2011. Streaming video file encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on May 08, 2015.

Polyatomic Ions (10:01); --Practice Naming Compounds (9:41); -- More Compound Formulas (6:52); -- Name Compound Starting with Formula (3:56); -- Finding the Transition Metal Charge (6:24); .