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An ionic compound has the general formula, XCl2. Element X comes from which group? Justify your answer with an explanation and provide an example.​

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Answer:

metal group

Step-by-step explanation:

ionic bond = nonmetal + metal

Cl = nonmetal (you need a metal0

ex. LiCl2 or CaCl2

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