Question

give the element symbol (blank 1) and the superscript for the charge (blank 2) as should be properly written for the oxide ion. blank # 1 blank # 2

Explanation:

Step1: Recall element symbol for oxygen

Oxygen has symbol O.

Step2: Determine charge of oxide ion

Oxide ion has a -2 charge, superscript is 2-.

Answer:

Blank # 1: O
Blank # 2: 2-