How many electrons does magnesium lose and nitrogen need to form Mg₃N₂? A)magnesium loses 2 and nitrogen gains 2 B)magnesium loses 2 and nitrogen gains 3 C)magnesium loses 3 and nitrogen gains 2 D)magnesium loses 3 and nitrogen gains 3

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Magnesium loses 2 electrons to form Mg²⁺ ions, and nitrogen gains 3 electrons to form N³⁻ ions. To form Mg₃N₂, three Mg²⁺ ions and two N³⁻ ions are needed to balance the charges.

How Many Electrons Does Magnesium Lose and Nitrogen Need to Form