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How many chloride ions are needed to cancel the 2 charge of magnesium in magnesium chloride (MgC12)?
Two.
What does the formula for the compound magnesium chloride MgCl2 tell you about how many chloride ions are needed to cancel out the charge of magnesium?
The formula MgCl2 indicates that one magnesium ion (Mg2+) requires two chloride ions (2Cl-) to cancel out its charge. Each chloride ion carries a charge of -1, so two chloride ions are needed to balance the +2 charge of magnesium.
Why magnesium chloride is MgCl²?
Magnesium chloride is represented as MgCl₂ because it consists of one magnesium ion (Mg²⁺) and two chloride ions (Cl⁻). Magnesium has a +2 charge, while each chloride ion has a -1 charge. To balance the charges, two chloride ions are needed for every magnesium ion, resulting in the formula MgCl₂. This reflects the stoichiometry of the compound, ensuring overall electrical neutrality.
Why the formula of magnesium chloride is MgCl2?
Magnesium chloride is an neutral ionic compound. In neutral ionic compounds, the positive charge of the cations must balance out the negative charge of the anions. In the case of magnesium chloride, magnesium is the cation with an ionic charge of +2 and chlorine is the anion with an ionic charge (each) of -1. Since two chlorine anions together have a charge of -2 total, they balance out the one magnesium cation with a charge of +2.
Why the formula of magnesium is MgCl2?
Magnesium chloride is an neutral ionic compound. In neutral ionic compounds, the positive charge of the cations must balance out the negative charge of the anions. In the case of magnesium chloride, magnesium is the cation with an ionic charge of +2 and chlorine is the anion with an ionic charge (each) of -1. Since two chlorine anions together have a charge of -2 total, they balance out the one magnesium cation with a charge of +2.
Why is mercury chloride soluble but lead chloride is insoluble?
Mercury (II) chloride is soluble, but Mercury (I) (mercurous) chloride is insoluble. The formula of the first compound is HgCl2, and mercurous chloride is Hg2Cl2. Also, lead chloride (PbCl2) and Silver chloride (AgCl) is insoluble. All other chloride solutions are soluble.
What does magnesium look like?
magnesium looks like gold bars but it is grayish sliver
What is the formula for an ionic compound that contains the elements magnesium and chlorine?
The formula for an ionic compound containing magnesium and chlorine is MgCl2. Magnesium has a +2 charge, while chlorine has a -1 charge, so two chlorine ions are needed to balance the charge of one magnesium ion.
Is sodium chloride needed for photosynthesis?
Sodium chloride is not needed in phosynthesis.
What mineral is needed in largest amounts according to the RDA?
Calcium, phosphorus, sodium, chloride, potassium, magnesium, and sulfur.
What is the chemical formula for a compound between Mg and Cl?
Mg has a positive 2 charge ( wants to give away 2 electrons). Cl has a negative one charge (wants to gain an electron). Since it is a bond between a non metal and metal it is a ionic bond, therefore you cross the charges. Your answer should be: MgCl2 (where the two is written as a subscript of Cl and we don't write one because it is 'understood' )
What mineral are needed by the body?
calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, potassium, sulfur, and chloride. They are needed to build muscles, blood, nerve cells, teeth, and bones. They also are essential electrolytes that the body requires to regulate blood volume and acid-base balance
