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The element rubidium is located in group one, while stratum is located in group 2. Which ions are commonly formed by each

The element rubidium is located in group one, while stratum is located in group 2. Which-example-1

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Answer:

Option B. Rb⁺ and Sr²⁺

Step-by-step explanation:

From the question given above,

Rubidium (Rb) is located in group 1 Strontium (Sr) is located in group 2.

Group 1 element can only form ion by losing 1 electron. Thus, Rubidium (Rb) can form ion by losing it outmost electron (i.e 1) according to the equation below:

Rb —> Rb⁺ + e¯

Thus, Rubidium form ion as Rb⁺

Group 2 element can form ion by losing 2 electrons. Thus, Strontium (Sr) can form ion by losing it outmost electron(s) (i.e 2) according to the equation below:

Sr —> Sr²⁺ + 2e¯

Thus, Strontium form ion as Sr²⁺

SUMMARY:

Rubidium form ion as Rb⁺

Strontium form ion as Sr²⁺

Therefore, option B gives the correct answer to the question.

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