Question

question 23 (1 point) suppose a new element z was just discovered to be part of group 16. what is the predicted charge? write your charge like this: +# or -#

Explanation:

Step1: Recall group - 16 electron - gain behavior

Elements in group 16 have 6 valence electrons. They tend to gain 2 electrons to achieve a stable octet configuration.

Step2: Determine the charge

When an element gains 2 electrons, it has a charge of - 2.

Answer:

-2