Question

answer each question about the following atom when it becomes an ion.
sulfur
determine the ionic name.
ion
write the chemical symbol and charge.
the ionic charge of is achieved when the atom electrons.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall sulfur's position in periodic table

Sulfur is in group 16, it has 6 valence - electrons.

Step2: Determine ion - formation

To achieve a stable octet, sulfur gains 2 electrons.

Step3: Find ionic name

When sulfur gains 2 electrons, it forms a sulfide ion.

Step4: Write chemical symbol and charge

The chemical symbol of sulfur is S, and with a gain of 2 electrons, the charge is 2-. So the symbol is $S^{2 - }$.

Answer:

1. Sulfide
2. $S$, $2 - $
3. $2 - $, gains, 2