The Formula for a Salt Is XBr

question 28

Multiple Choice

The formula for a salt is XBr.The X-ion in this salt has 46 electrons.The metal X is ________.

• A)Ag
• B)Pd
• C)Cd
• D)Cu
• E)Cs

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