How Many Electrons Does Barium Lose and Nitrogen Need to Form

question 127

Multiple Choice

How many electrons does barium lose and nitrogen need to form Ba₃P₂?

• A)barium loses 2 and phosphorus gains 2
• B)barium loses 2 and phosphorus gains 3
• C)barium loses 3 and phosphorus gains 2
• D)barium loses 3 and phosphorus gains 3

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