Choose the correct formula of the compound formed when M, which is a group IIIA element and X, which is a group VIA element are combined.

Name: Choose the correct formula of the compound formed when M, which is a group IIIA element and X, which is a group VIA element are combined.
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Group IIIA elements have a valency of +3, and group VIA elements have a valency of -2. To balance the charges, two M atoms (total +6 charge) combine with three X atoms (total -6 charge), forming M₂X₃.

Choose the Correct Formula of the Compound Formed When M