Question

in atom of an element X , 6 electrons are present in the outermost shell. how many electrons it require for attaining noble gas configuration . what would be the charge on the ion so formed ?​

Answer 1

Answer:

There are 2 electrons needed to attain the nearest noble gas configuration and charge will be -2 on it.

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Answer 2

Explanation:

As the number of electrons present in element X is 6, to attain noble gas configuration it requires 2 more electrons. When it gains two electrons, element X gets converted into ion as the number of electrons is increased. As it has gained 2 electrons, the ion will be