A hypothetical ion X has an electrical charge of -2.Which of the following statements best describes the relative number of electrons and protons in the atom?
A)The X ion has 2 less electrons than protons.
B)The X ion has 2 more electrons than protons.
C)The X ion has the same number of electrons as protons.
D)The X ion has 1 less electron than protons.

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An ion with a charge of -2 has 2 more electrons than protons, as negative charge indicates an excess of electrons.

A Hypothetical Ion X Has an Electrical Charge of -2