Question

9.Consider the possible bonding of the atom shown below. The atom would probably...Select one:a. lose an electron.b. form a negative ion.c. gain an electron.d. remain stable and not form a bond.

Answer 1

Lose an electron ------ Option A

EXPLANATION;

The atomic structure given represent sodium atom

The number of electrons is 11.

Recall, that the number of electron = number of protons

Therefore, the atomic number is 11

Since sodium has one valence electron at it outermost shell, then he it can release one electron to attain it octet configuration (neon)

Therefore, the atom will lose an electron