An Atom Has the Electron-Dot Symbol Shown Below

question 94

Multiple Choice

An atom has the electron-dot symbol shown below. If this atom is a main group element,what charge will it form in its ionic state?

• A)-1
• B)+3
• C)-5
• D)-3

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