Which of the following elements commonly forms an ion with a 1- charge?
A) Ag
B) N
C) Br
D) Na

Name: Which of the following elements commonly forms an ion with a 1- charge? A) Ag B) N C) Br D) Na
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Br (bromine) commonly forms an ion with a 1- charge, known as a bromide ion (Br-), because it is a halogen and needs to gain one electron to achieve a stable electron configuration similar to the nearest noble gas, which is krypton in this case.

Which of the Following Elements Commonly Forms an Ion with a 1-