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    Lead(II) Nitride (Pb3N2): Compound Name and Explanation
    The compound name of Pb3N2 is Lead(II) Nitride. Here's why:

    * Lead (Pb): Lead is a transition metal that can have multiple oxidation states. In this compound, lead has a +2 oxidation state.

    * Nitride (N): Nitrogen has a -3 oxidation state in this compound.

    The Roman numeral II in the name indicates the oxidation state of lead.

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