Question

question 10 of 17
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sr:
find strontium on the periodic table. if this element were going to become an ion, would it more
likely give away its two valence electrons or try to gain six more?
a. neither - its already stable
b. gain six
c. give away 2

Explanation:

Strontium (Sr) is an alkaline earth metal in group 2 of the periodic table. Elements in group 2 have 2 valence electrons. Metals tend to lose electrons to achieve a stable electron configuration (similar to noble gases). Losing 2 electrons is easier than gaining 6 electrons. Also, Sr is not a noble gas (not already stable as in option A).

Answer:

C. give away 2