1. Identify the Ions:
* Iron(II): This tells us the iron ion has a +2 charge (Fe²⁺).
* Bromine: Bromine is a halogen and forms a -1 anion (Br⁻).
2. Balance the Charges:
To create a neutral compound, we need two bromide ions (2 x -1 = -2) to balance the +2 charge of the iron ion.
3. Write the Formula:
The formula for the ionic compound is FeBr₂.
4. Name the Compound:
The name of the compound is Iron(II) bromide.
Note: It's important to include the Roman numeral (II) in the name to indicate the charge of the iron ion, as iron can form multiple ionic compounds with varying charges.
