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What is the Sr2+ and F- formula

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Answer:

SrF₂

Step-by-step explanation:

The combining species are strontium and fluorine atoms.

They form an ionic bond because strontium is a metal and it will lose two electrons. Two atoms of fluorine will take up each of the two electrons.

The electrostatic attraction between the two charged particles forms the bond;

Elements:

Sr F

Valency 2 1

Exchange of

power 1 2

The compound is SrF₂

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