Atoms of element X (with 2 electrons in the outer shell). combine with atoms of

CHEMISTRY
JAMB 1991

Atoms of element X (with 2 electrons in the outer shell). combine with atoms of Y (with 7 electrons in the outer shell). Which of the following statements is FALSE? The compound formed?

  • A. has formula XY
  • B. is likely to be ionic
  • C. contains X2+ ions
  • D. contains Y- ions

Correct Answer: A. has formula XY



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