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What ion is formed when an atom of mercury (Hg) loses two electrons? a)Hg–1 b)Hg–2 c)Hg+1 d)Hg+2
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What ion is formed when an atom of mercury (Hg) loses two electrons?

a)Hg–1
b)Hg–2
c)Hg+1
d)Hg+2

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The answer is D hg+2
User Shammir
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when the atom loses electrons its negative charge decrease so it becomes positive ion the answer: D) Hg+2.
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