Question

30.) What charge would you expect from a Group 16 atom when it becomes an ion?

a.) 1-
b.) 2+
c.) 1+
d.) 2-

Answer 1

in group 16 when they become an ion its -2 or 2-

Answer 2

Answer: 2-

Explanation: atoms of group 16 gain two electrons and form ions with a 2− charge