What is the correct name for the ionic compound, PbO2?

? potassium oxide
? lead oxide
? lead(II) oxide
? lead(IV) dioxide
? lead(IV) oxide

1 answer

The correct name for the ionic compound PbO2 is lead(IV) oxide. This is because lead is in the +4 oxidation state in this compound, which is indicated by the Roman numeral IV. Therefore, the correct option is:

  • lead(IV) oxide