(a)
Interpretation:
The correct formula for the compound Nitrogen triiodide has to be written.
Concept Introduction:
Binary Molecular Compounds:
Binary molecular compounds will contain atoms of two elements. Naming is done like the first element will be giving its elemental name. The second element given its root (hydr, bor, carb, ox, fluor, etc.) followed by ide.
(b)
Interpretation:
The correct formula for the compound Carbon disulfide has to be written.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
(c)
Interpretation:
The correct formula for the compound Dinitrogen tetroxide has to be written.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
(d)
Interpretation:
The correct formula for the compound Selenium hexafluoride has to be written.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
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