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    A magnesium atom has two electrons in its outermost energy level. A sulfur atom has six electrons in its outermost energy level. How will the two atoms react to form a bond?

    Question #38647. Asked by crmrealquick. (Sep 10 03 5:08 PM)


    sequoianoir

    		MgS - Magnesium Sulphide

    Sep 10 03, 5:35 PM
    gmackematix

    		...or to answer the question, the two outer electrons of each magnesium atom will be attracted by the sulphur atoms to form positive magnesium ions (Mg2+) and negative sulphur ions (S2-). The resulting positive and negative ions will be attracted so forming what are called ionic bonds which hold the ions in a crystal structure. This structure will determine the physical properties of the resulting compound, magnesium sulphide (formula MgS as DB said).

    Sep 10 03, 7:22 PM

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