Question

Element X is in group 2, and element Y is in group 7, of the periodic table. which ions will be present in the compound formed when X and Y react together?
A) X^+ and Y^-
B)X^2+ and Y^-
C)X^+ and Y^2-
D)X^2- and Y^+

Answer 1

Answer:

Element X has valency 2 while Y Valency 2, element Y has high tendency of gaining electrons for its stability thus the compound formed will be B

elements X is positively charged while Y will be negatively charged