Question

Which one of the following statements does not hold true for magnesium chloride?

• A. Magnesium atom loses two electrons and form magnesium cation.
• B. Chlorine atom gains one electron each and it forms chloride ion.
• C. Magnesium atom loses one electron and forms magnesium cation.
• D. Magnesium chloride is an ionic compound.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Magnesium atom loses one electron and forms magnesium cation.

In MgCl₂ molecule, one Mg²⁺ ion is bonded to two Cl^- ions by strong electrostatic forces of attraction.