When a calcium atom forms an ion, it loses two electrons. what is the eletrical charge ofbthe calcium ion? A. -2 B. -1 C. +1 D. +2

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When a calcium atom forms an ion, it loses two electrons. what is the eletrical charge ofbthe calcium ion?

A. -2

B. -1

C. +1

D. +2

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The electrical charge of the calcium ion is +2.

Steven Borg answered Jul 21, 2022

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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

because it loses 2 electrons

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