Question

.Show the formation of magnesium chloride from magnesium and chlorine atoms by the transfer of electrons.Name the solvent in which above compound is soluble.Can this compound conduct electricity in molten state.Give reason.

Answer 1

Answer:

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Mg12= 1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2

Cl17 = 1s2 2s2 2p6 3s5

Mg^2 + [Cl-]^2 = MgCl2 is formed

MgCl is an ionic compound formed by the transfer  

of electrons from electron rich to electron deficient  

species  

In molten or dissolved state ionic compounds conduct  

electricity because they contain charged particle called  

cations and anions These ions are free to move and  

conduct electricity.