Question

What is the charge of Mg in $Mg{Cl}_2$ ?

• A. +1
• B. +3
• C. +2
• D. +4

Answer 1

The correct option is C

+2

The charge of $Cl$ is -1; And the net charge of the compound is 0.

Charge of Mg + (2 $\times$ -1) = 0

Ans: +2