Question

A magnesium (Mg) atom has 2 valence electrons. Which of the following
would be the most likely way for a magnesium atom to become stable?
O
A. Lose 2 electrons
O
B. Lose 1 electron
O
C. Gain 6 electrons
O
D. Gain 1 electron

Answer 1

A. Lose two, or would take the least amount of energy