All of the alkali earth metals, Group 2, have two valence electrons. Which of these would represent the oxidation number of the alkali earth metals such as magnesium and calcium?

A) - 6

B) - 2

C) + 2

D) + 6

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Miley Reynolds

15 November, 18:57

+5

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Felipe Baker · Answer 1

I think is + 2 i am doing the same test

Harley Little · Answer 2

Harley Little 15 November, 22:56

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Plus 2 should be your answer

All of the alkali earth metals, Group 2, have two valence electrons. Which of these would represent the oxidation number of the alkali earth metals such as magnesium and calcium?A) - 6B) - 2C) + 2D) + 6