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What is the formula of the Lonic compound formed by the elements lithium and oxygen

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Answer:

Li2O

Step-by-step explanation:

Lithium is an alkali metal that has three protons and three electrons. Oxygen is a nonmetallic gas that has eight protons and eight electrons. Lithium and oxygen bond to form an ionic compound.

3Li : 1s2 2s1......Li+

8O : 1s2 2s2 2p4.....O2-

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