If you mix a typical aluminum ion (Al,atomic no.= 13)with a typical oxygen ion (O,atomic no.= 8),what compound is formed? A)Al₂O₃ B)Al₃O₂ C)Al₁₃O₈ D)Al₃O E)Al₂O₂

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Aluminum has a valence of +3 and oxygen has a valence of -2. To balance the charges, you need two aluminum ions for every three oxygen ions. This gives you the compound Al2O3.

If You Mix a Typical Aluminum Ion (Al,atomic No