Question

Element X has electronic configuration 2,8,18,8,1. Without identifying X,
(a)predict the sign and charge on a single ion or X.
(b)write if X will be an oxidizing agent or reducing agent. Why?

Answer 1

a) The X elements will be Rubidium because it has 37 atomic number. It charge will be +1

b ) Rubidium is shows both properties oxidizing and reducing agent .

◆Rubidium hydroxide is a strong reducing agent where as Rubidium nitrate is a strong oxidizing agent.

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Answer 2

Answer:1 charge =1+

Oxidation agent

Explanation: