Question

An element X from group 2 of periodic table reacts with an element Y of group 17 to from a compound.
1.what is the nature of the compound formed.
2.give the chemical formula of the compound formed
3.explain the formation of bond in the compound by Lewis dot structure

Answer 1

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Here is your answer..

Valency of the given elements..

X - 2

Y - 1

1. The compound formed is a ionic bond or electrovalent

2. Chemical formula of the compound - XY₂

3. let us take the example of magnesium cholride