Correct naming conventions

[ALegala_2I]

When do you add the suffix -ate to the metal name in a coordination compound?

[Wendy Perez 1E]

You add the suffix -ate to the metal name in a coordination compound when the net coordination compound has a net negative charge.

[Megan_1F]

When the coordination compound has a negative charge.

[anjali41]

You would use the suffix ate if the complex has an overall negative charge. The suffix is added to the end of the metal.

[britthanul234]

Use the suffix -ate if the complex has a negative charge.

[kristi le 2F]

Also, the -ate is added to the stem of the metal's name. For example, iron would be named ferrate.