An element with six valence electrons will typically gain two electrons to achieve a stable octet configuration (8 electrons in its outer shell). As a result, it will carry an ionic charge of 2–.
So, the correct response is 2–.
An element has six valence electrons. Which ionic charge will its ion carry?(1 point)
Responses
2–
2–
6+
6+
2+
2+
6–
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