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In this video we'll write the correct formula for Zinc bromide (ZnBr2).

To write the formula for Zinc bromide we’ll use the Periodic Table and follow some simple rules.

--Keys for Writing Formulas for Compounds with Transition Metals--
1. Write the symbol and charge for the transition metal. The charge is the Roman Numeral in parentheses.
2. Write the symbol and charge for the non-metal. If you have a polyatomic ion, use the Common Ion table to find the formula and charge (see    • Figuring out the Charge on Ions  ).
3. See if the charges are balanced (if they are you're done!)
4. Add subscripts (if necessary) so the charge for the entire compound is zero.
5. Use the crisscross method to check your work.

Notes:
Don't write the subscript '1'.
If you use the criss-cross method and end up with something like Ca2S2 you'll need to reduce the subscripts to Ca1S1 which we write CaS.
It is possible to have two polyatomic ions such as NH4NO3. In this case find and write both names as found on the Common Ion Table.

--Formula Writing Resources--
Finding Ionic Charge:    • Figuring out the Charge on Ions  
Memorizing Polyatomic Ions:    • Memorizing and Using the List of Polyatomi...  
Criss-Cross Method:    • The Criss-Cross Method for Writing Chemica...  

For a complete tutorial on naming and formula writing for compounds, like Zinc bromide and more, visit:

http://www.breslyn.org/chemistry/naming

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