Question

Using the electronic configurations, explain how magnesium atom
combines with oxygen atom to form magnesium oxide by transfer of
electrons.

Answer 1

Answer:

Using the electronic configurations, explain how magnesium atom combines with oxygen atom to form magnesium oxide by transfer of electrons. Magnesium (Mg) loses two electrons from its outermost shell and becomes Mg2+, while oxygen(O) gains two electrons to become O2- .