O-LevelChemistryBonding & Structure5070/11 · May/June 2023 · Q41 Mark

Some statements about the bonding in magnesium chloride are listed. 1 Each magnesium atom donates two electrons; each chlorine atom accepts one electron. 2 Chlorine forms an ion with a 2- charge. 3 Magnesium atoms and chlorine atoms share electrons. 4 Magnesium forms an ion with a 2+ charge. Which statements are correct?

A1 and 2

B1 and 4

C2 and 3

D3 and 4

✓ Correct answer

B: 1 and 4

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Topic: Bonding & Structure, O-Level Chemistry (syllabus 5070). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: O-Level Chemistry, May/June 2023 Paper 1 Variant 1, question 4.

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