Question:
Element X forms a chloride with the formula XCl2, which is a solid with high melting point. X would most likely be in the same group of periodic table as
Element X forms a chloride with the formula XCl2, which is a solid with high melting point. X would most likely be in the same group of periodic table as
Options:
- a) Na
- b) Al
- c) Mg
- d) K
- a) Na
- b) Al
- c) Mg
- d) K
correct answer : c)
Explanation:
Element X forms XCl2, which means X has a valency of 2. It belongs to Group 2, same as Magnesium (Mg).
Element X forms XCl2, which means X has a valency of 2. It belongs to Group 2, same as Magnesium (Mg).