An element has six valence electrons. Which ionic charge will its ion carry?(1 point)

Question

Responses

6–
6–

2–
2–

6+
6+

2+

Answer 1

An element with six valence electrons is typically found in Group 16 of the periodic table (such as oxygen or sulfur). To achieve a stable electron configuration, this element is likely to gain two additional electrons to fill its valence shell.

Therefore, the ionic charge of its ion will be 2–.