Question

which change is likely to happen to an atom of the element strontium (sr) during bonding? (1 point) it will give up electrons, forming a negative ion it will give up electrons, forming a positive ion it will gain electrons, forming a negative ion it will gain electrons, forming a positive ion

Explanation:

Strontium (Sr) is a Group 2 (alkaline - earth metal) element. Elements in Group 2 have 2 valence electrons. During bonding, they tend to lose these 2 valence electrons to achieve a stable electron - configuration. Losing electrons results in a positive ion (cation) formation.

Answer:

It will give up electrons, forming a positive ion