The element with an atomic number of 16 is sulfur (S). An ion of this element with a 2– charge means that it has gained 2 electrons. Therefore, the correct answer is:
A neutral atom gained 2 electrons.
An element has an atomic number of 16. An ion of this element has a 2– charge. How was the
ion formed? (1 point)
A neutral atom lost 2 electrons.
A neutral atom gained 2 electrons.
A neutral atom lost 16 electrons.
A neutral atom gained 16 electrons.
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