Question

The table below lists the properties of a metallic element.

A table with 1 column titled property with entries shiny, silver colored, forms +1 and +2 ions, compound with sulfur is bright red.

Where on the periodic table would this element most likely be found?

Group 1
Group 2
Group 12
Group 13

Answer 1

Answer:

group 2

Explanation:

Group 12 and 13 is incorrect because they're are most likely to gain electrons making it a negative ion. even if it loses electrons it will most likely lose more than one or two. Group 1 is incorrect because it can not form a +2 ion because it has only one electron to begin with. Therefore group 2 is correct