Question

Which rule should be followed when naming binary acids?

Answer 1

Answer: Start the name with hydro-.

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Answer 2

If an acid does not contain oxygen, then you name it by saying "hydro-", then the name of the element, and then adding "-ic" at the end.

If an acid does contain oxygen, then you name them by turning -ate endings into -ic endings, and -ite endings into -ous endings.