The Designation of a Magnesium Ion as Mg²⁺ Indicates an Atom

question 26

Multiple Choice

The designation of a magnesium ion as Mg²⁺ indicates an atom that has:

• A)two more protons than neutrons.
• B)lost two electrons and is negatively charged.
• C)lost two electrons and is positively charged.
• D)gained two protons and is positively charged.
• E)gained two protons and is negatively charged.

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