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There is only one ion of magnesium: Mg2+ because it is an 'earth alkali' metal (group 2 in the Periodic Table).
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Are magnesium and chlorine most likely to form a metallic bond?
No. They will most likely form an ionic bond. Metallic bonds form between the atoms of a metal, such as gold or iron.
Is magnesium sulfate formed by tectonic plate movement or volcanic eruptions?
It would most likely form from hydrothermal activity related to a volcano.
What pairs of elements is most likely to form an ionic compound Mg and F or O and Cl?
magnesium and fluorine will formthe ionic compound, MgF2
What compound do magnesium carbon and oxygen make?
Millions of organic compounds contain carbon, oxygen and hydrogen !
What is the name of the compound with the formula Mg3P2?
Mg3P2. It would be called magnesium phosphide.
Is magnesium and fluorine most likely to form an ionic compound?
Yes. They will form the ionic compound magnesium fluoride, MgF2.
Are magnesium and chlorine most likely to form a metallic bond?
No. They will most likely form an ionic bond. Metallic bonds form between the atoms of a metal, such as gold or iron.
Which type of bond will magnesium most likely form?
Aside from 'The Covalent Bond' type, Magnesium will act chemically like Calcium will.
What is the most common form of magnesium?
magnesium is found most commonly in a solid form
Which atom is most likely to form a cation with a charge of plus 2?
Magnesium (Mg)
Which atom would most likely form a compound wih magnesium in ratio one to one?
Magnesium oxide (MgO) has one magnesium atom and one oxygen atom per molecule.
What burns with a bright white light?
Magnesium burns bright white. It is often used in the production of fireworks. Magnesium is the most common metal that burns white, but titanium , aluminum , and beryllium can be mixed to form compounds that also form bright white light.
In element bromine what ion is it most likely to form in compounds?
Argon doesn't form any ions as it has completely filled orbitals and is chemically inert.
Where was magnesium discovered?
Magnesium was discovered in England, most likely Switzerland.
What most likely to contain organic compounds?
living things are most likely to contain organic compounds
What is most likely to form between elements transferring electrons?
These are covalent compounds formed by sharing electrons.
What is white magnesium?
Most likely magnesium oxide, also known as magnesia
