Chlorine (Cl)has an Atomic Number of 17

question 53

Multiple Choice

Chlorine (Cl) has an atomic number of 17.When it bonds with another element,it will likely

• A) gain one electron from the other element.
• B) share four electrons with the other element.
• C) lose one electron to the other element.
• D) form a double bond.
• E) gain three electrons from the other element.

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