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The formula for magnesium chloride is MgCl2.

How many magnesium atoms are there in one molecule?


A. zero

B. one

C. two

D. three

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3 is how many magnesium atoms are in one molecule
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Answer: One

Step-by-step explanation:

If there is more than one magnesium atom, there will be a number next to it. When there is only one atom, the number 1 is not included next to the element.

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