A Calcium Atom Has a Valence of +2

question 33

Multiple Choice

A calcium atom has a valence of +2. This means that calcium can

• A) give up 2 electrons.
• B) receive 2 electrons.
• C) react with an atom that has a valence of - 2.
• D) Both A and C are correct.
• E) Both B and C are correct.

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