Asked by jena

An atom of magnesium has 12 protons and 12 electrons. The atom loses 2 electrons.

What will be the charge on the ion that forms?

Responses

+2
plus 2

+10
plus 10

−2
minus 2

−10
minus 10

All Answers 1

Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
+2 (plus 2)

Explanation: Losing 2 electrons leaves 12 protons and 10 electrons, giving a net charge of 12 − 10 = +2.