Question

How many elements and how many atoms are in MgCI2

Answer 1

Answer: two elements and three atoms

Step-by-step explanation:

An element is the simplest substance and hence cannot be broken down using chemical reactions.

Magnesium chloride
`(MgCl_2)` is an ionic compound formed by the transfer of electrons from element magnesium (Mg) to element chlorine (Cl) where Magmesium forms a cation
`Mg^(2+)` by losing two electrons and chlorine forms an anion
`Cl^(-)` by gaining electron.

There are 3 atoms in Magnesium chloride
`(MgCl_2)` which include one atom of magnesium (Mg) and two atoms of chlorine (Cl).