Question

In the compound MgCl2, magnesium donates two electrons, one to each chlorine atom. Which type of compound is this, and is it likely to dissolve in a polar solvent?(1 point)

A_ nonpolar, no

B_ ionic, yes

C_ polar, no

D_ covalent, yes

Answer 1

Answer: The anwer is ionic, yes

Fore the Ions in Polar Solvents Quick Check its

1. B) Water dissolves more substances than any other solvent

2. D) electron shared between atoms

3. B) slightly negative oxygen pole, slightly positive hydrogen poles

4. B) The electron transfer in ionic compounds results in ions that are attracted to water’s poles.

5. C) ionic, yes

Please note that Im in Honors Chemistry and our qestions may not be exactly the same