An element with six valence electrons is likely a chalcogen (like oxygen or sulfur). To achieve a stable octet, it needs to gain two more electrons. Therefore, the ionic charge of its ion will be:
2-
An element has six valence electrons. Which ionic charge will its ion carry?(1 point)
Responses
6+
6+
6-
6-
2-
2-
2+
2+
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