Give the correct name for [AuF4]-.
A) gold fluoride
B) tetrafluoroaurate(III)
C) gold tetrafluoride
D) tetrafluorogold(III)
E) tetrafluoride gold

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The correct name for [AuF4]- is tetrafluoroaurate(III). The prefix "tetra-" indicates four fluoride ions, "fluoro" refers to the fluoride ligands, and "aurate" is used for gold in anionic complexes. The Roman numeral (III) indicates the oxidation state of gold.

Give the Correct Name for [AuF4]-