Magnesium atoms have two electrons in the outermost shell.As a result,you would expect magnesium to form ions with a charge of
A)+1.
B)+2.
C)-1.
D)-2.
E)either +2 or -2.

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Magnesium atoms have a tendency to lose their two outermost electrons to achieve a stable octet configuration. This will result in the formation of magnesium cations with a charge of +2.

Magnesium Atoms Have Two Electrons in the Outermost Shell