which element would most likely lose electrons to form positive ions when bonding with other elements? (1…

Explanation:

Step1: Recall electron - losing tendency

Elements on the left - hand side and bottom of the periodic table have a greater tendency to lose electrons to form positive ions. This is because they have low ionization energies.

Step2: Analyze the given options

Iodine (I) is a halogen in Group 17. It is more likely to gain an electron to form a negative ion. Metals in Group 1 and Group 2 are highly electropositive and tend to lose electrons easily. Among common elements, alkali metals (Group 1) are the most reactive in losing electrons. But since no Group 1 elements are in the options, we consider other metals. Metals are more likely to lose electrons than non - metals. Among the elements usually considered in such questions, elements like sodium (Na), potassium (K) etc. are good electron - donors. But from the general knowledge of periodic trends, metals towards the left and bottom of the table have a high tendency to lose electrons.

Answer:

There is no correct option provided in the question as the options are not shown completely. But in general, metals like those in Group 1 (alkali metals) and Group 2 (alkaline earth metals) are most likely to lose electrons to form positive ions.