Question

suppose an element with an atomic number of 119 and symbol q was discovered and placed on the periodic table following the normal order of atomic number. what would be the charge that q would most likely form as an ion? +2 -1 +1 -2 clear all

Explanation:

Step1: Determine element's group

The current highest - numbered known element is 118 (Oganesson, Og) which is in Group 18 (noble gases). An element with atomic number 119 would be in Group 1 of the periodic table. Elements in Group 1 have 1 valence electron.

Step2: Analyze ion - formation

Elements in Group 1 tend to lose their 1 valence electron to achieve a stable electron configuration like the nearest noble - gas. When an element loses 1 electron, it forms a cation with a charge of + 1.

Answer:

+1