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What is the chemical formula of the resulting compound If calcium were mixed with chlorine?
A.

CaCl

B.

CaCl2

C.

CACL

D.

Ca2Cl

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Correct answer: B. CaCl2.

Explanation: Calcium forms a 2+ ion (Ca2+) and chlorine forms a 1− ion (Cl−). Two chloride ions are required to balance the +2 charge, giving the neutral ionic formula CaCl2.