Which of the Following Would Have to Lose Two Electrons

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would have to lose two electrons in order to achieve a noble gas electron configuration?
O Sr Na Se Br

• A)O, Se
• B)Sr
• C)Na
• D)Br
• E)Sr, O, Se

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