1. Molecular Nomenclature

2. Compounds:
Composed of more than one type of atom chemically bonded.
Separated chemically not physically
No overall charge; they are electrically neutral.
Remember

3. Covalent Bonds Covalent bonds are formed between two nonmetals.
Some non-metals bonds to an atom of the same element to form a diatomic atom.
Mr. B R I N Cl O F
Covalent Bonds

4. Nomenclature of Molecules
The naming of compounds is referred to as nomenclature.
The nomenclature of all types of bonds are different.
Nomenclature of Molecules

5. Nomenclature of Molecules
The nomenclature for molecular compounds is very easy if you know the meanings of the following Latin prefixes.
Mono Di
Tri
Tetra
Penta
Hexa
Hepta
Octa
Nona
Deca
The prefixes are used in the front of element’s name to match the number of atoms per element.
Nomenclature of Molecules

6. Nomenclature of Molecules
Then, add the suffix “ide” to the second element.
Formula
Name CO
carbon monoxide
PCl5
phosphorous pentachloride
N2O5
dinitrogen pentaoxide
SF6
sulfur hexafluoride
Nomenclature of Molecules