Question

what does sulfur do to become stable? s will 1 and have a 2 charge. a. lose 2 electrons b. lose 3 electrons c. gain 2 electrons d. gain 3 electrons e. lose 4 electrons f. gain 4 electrons g. +2 h. +3 i. -2 j. -3 k. +4 l. -4

Explanation:

Sulfur has 6 valence electrons. To achieve a stable octet (8 - electron outer - shell), it will gain electrons. Gaining 2 electrons will give it a full outer shell. When an atom gains electrons, it becomes a negatively - charged ion. So sulfur will gain 2 electrons and have a - 2 charge.

Answer:

1. C. gain 2 electrons
2. I. - 2