Question

An element has six valence electrons. Which ionic charge will its ion carry?(1 point) Responses  6+ 6 + 6 plus  2+ 2 + 2 plus  2− 2 − 2 minus  6− 6 − 6 minus

Answer 1

An element with six valence electrons is typically found in group 16 of the periodic table, which includes elements like oxygen, sulfur, and selenium. To achieve a stable electron configuration (like that of a noble gas), it tends to gain two additional electrons. Therefore, the ionic charge of its ion will be **2−** (2 minus).