Question

oxygen has an atomic number of 8. which atom would form a covalent bond with an oxygen atom? A. O B. F C. Li D. Mg

Answer 1

a metal and non metal bond is covalent, leaving options C and D. Magnesium has 2 electrons in its outer shell, and oxygen requires 2 to fill its outer shell, creating a covalent bond.
the answer is D.

Answer 2

Answer:

the answer is D

Explanation: