Question

2
Elements X, Y and Z have atomic numbers 6, 9 and
respectively. Which one :
(a) forms an anion, re
(b) forms a cation, state the type of bond
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Answer 1

Answer:

x is carbon

Y is fluorine

Z is magnesium.

Magnesium.. That is.. Z is a cation.

Flourine.. That is..Y is an anion.

Carbon exhibits the valencies from +4 to -4