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An unknown metal with a charge of 10 combines with oxygen. How many oxygen ions are needed in a neutral compound of this metal and oxygen?
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An unknown metal with a charge of 10 combines with oxygen. How many oxygen

ions are needed in a neutral compound of this metal and oxygen?

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Answer:

The basic formula:

M2O

Step-by-step explanation:

To answer this, we can take a look at the ionic charges of the elements involved.

Since oxygen is in group 16, it will have 6

valence electrons.

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