Chemistry · May / June 2023 · Paper 11 · Question 4

Some statements about the bonding in magnesium chloride are listed. 1 Each magnesium atom donates two electrons; each chlorine atom accepts one electron. 2 Chlorine forms an ion with a 2– charge. 3 Magnesium atoms and chlorine atoms share electrons. 4 Magnesium forms an ion with a 2+ charge. Which statements are correct?

1. A1 and 2
2. B1 and 4
3. C2 and 3
4. D3 and 4

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