What ion is formed when an atom of mercury (Hg) loses two electrons? Hg–1 Hg–2 Hg+1 Hg+2

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What ion is formed when an atom of mercury (Hg) loses two electrons?

Hg–1
Hg–2
Hg+1
Hg+2

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Answer:

Hg+2 (D) is the correct answer

Step-by-step explanation:

the person above me is correct, hope this helps, have a good one

Tim Peel answered Apr 7, 2021

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Answer: Hg +2

Step-by-step explanation:

Hg+2 is formed when mercury loses two electrons.

Hg ------> Hg +2 + 2 e-

Arash Fotouhi answered Apr 11, 2021

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