How many electrons will calcium gain or lose in forming an ion

Chemistry

1 answer:

matrenka [14]3 years ago

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Answer:

Calcium can lose 2 electrons to make the ion calcium, following this equation:

Ca → Ca2⁺ + 2e⁻

Explanation:

Calcium is the third element of group TWO in the periodic table. As it belongs to group two, it means that can lose 2 electrons to get the noble gas configuration that corresponds. It is a metal from the group of alkali earth metals.

Since its tendency is to lose electrons, it is said to form charged ions (+)

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