When involved in a chemical reaction with a metal, what charge will elements in the oxygen family most likely form?

A) 2+

B) 1+

C) 1-

D) 2-

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Marc Cline

21 August, 20:53

When involved in a chemical reaction with a metal, what charge will elements in the oxygen family most likely form?

A) 2+

B) 1+

C) 1-

D) 2-

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Bello · Answer 1

They have 6 electron in their outer orbital. That means they want 2 electrons to be stable. Since metals have the tendency to give electron oxygen receives 2 electrons. The answer is - 2

When involved in a chemical reaction with a metal, what charge will elements in the oxygen family most likely form?A) 2+B) 1+C) 1-D) 2-

When involved in a chemical reaction with a metal, what charge will elements in the oxygen family most likely form?

A) 2+

B) 1+

C) 1-

D) 2-