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how does rb bond with other elements? (1 point) rb loses two electrons.…

Question

how does rb bond with other elements? (1 point)
rb loses two electrons.
rb loses an electron.
rb gains two electrons.
rb gains an electron.

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

Rubidium (Rb) is an alkali metal in Group 1 of the periodic table. Alkali metals have one valence electron. To achieve a stable electron configuration (similar to the noble gas configuration), they tend to lose one electron. So, Rb loses an electron when bonding with other elements.

Answer:

B. Rb loses an electron.