An element has six valence electrons. Which ionic charge will its ion carry?

Question

A. 2+
B. 6-
C. 6+
D. 2-

Answer 1

An element with six valence electrons is likely to form an anion by gaining two additional electrons to complete its valence shell, achieving a stable octet configuration. Therefore, the ionic charge of its ion would be 2-.

The correct answer is: D. 2-.