Since nonmetals gain electrons, the correct question to ask about group 16 elements is; "Will group 16 elements gain electrons to bond with group 2 in an XY format?"
Group 16 elements are divalent and they form divalent negative ions. The periodic table is arranged in groups and periods. The elements in the same group have the same number of valence electrons. All elements in group 2 have six valence electrons.
If a wants to form a compound with the non metals of group 16, the correct question to ask is;"Will group 16 elements gain electrons to bond with group 2 in an XY format?"
