The Designation Ca²⁺ Means

question 99

Multiple Choice

The designation Ca²⁺ means

• A) calcium has space for two more electrons.
• B) calcium has gained two more electrons.
• C) calcium has space for two more protons.
• D) calcium has gained two more protons.

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