What Is the Most Likely Charge on an Ion Formed

question 28

Multiple Choice

What is the most likely charge on an ion formed by an element with a valence electron configuration of ns²np¹?

• A)3-
• B)1-
• C)1+
• D)3+
• E)5+

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