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Magnesium, having 2 electrons in its outermost shell, forms a magnesium cation with a charge of

Question
Magnesium, having 2 electrons in its outermost shell, forms a magnesium cation with a charge of
1+
2+
2-
3+
Answer
2+
Detailed Explanation
Losing its 2 outermost electrons gives magnesium a net charge of 2+, forming Mg2+.
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