An Oxide Ion, O^2-, Has

question 140

Multiple Choice

An oxide ion, O^2-, has:

• A) 8 protons and 10 electrons
• B) 10 protons and 8 electrons
• C) 8 protons and 9 electrons
• D) 8 protons and 7 electrons
• E) 10 protons and 7 electrons

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