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Look at the periodic table.

What is the symbol for the magnesium ion that forms when magnesium metal reacts with sulfur, S?


Mg +

Mg –

Mg 2-

Mg 2+

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Answer:


Mg^(+2)

Step-by-step explanation:

The oxidation state of S is (-2) and that of Mg is (+2) since Mg loses two electrons to S

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