Question

which two statements can best explain why strontium binds to bone tissue in a similar way as calcium? strontium and calcium are metals. strontium and calcium form 2+ ions. strontium has one more shell than calcium. strontium has more electrons than calcium.

Explanation:

Elements with similar ion - charge and chemical properties bind similarly. Strontium and calcium both form 2+ ions and are in the same group with similar chemistry.

Answer:

Strontium and calcium form 2+ ions.