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24 March, 20:06

What is the most likely way in which an atom of magnesium (Mg) will satisfy the octet rule when it forms bonds?

by losing two electrons

by losing four electrons

by gaining six electrons

by gaining eight electrons

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  1. 24 March, 20:26
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    Magnesium has its symbol as Mg²⁺ meaning that it loses 2 electrons to gain an octet structure from 2,8,2 to 2,8 like this Mg²⁺ + 2e⁻ ⇒ Mg
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