What is the correct formula for the ionic compound formed between calcium and chlorine?
ACaCl
BCa₂Cl
CCaCl₂
DCa₂Cl₃
Explanation
📌 Calcium forms Ca²⁺ (Group 2). Chlorine forms Cl⁻ (Group 17). To balance the +2 charge, you need TWO Cl⁻ ions per one Ca²⁺ → formula CaCl₂. The subscripts cross-cross from the charges: Ca²⁺ + Cl⁻ → Ca₁Cl₂ = CaCl₂. Net charge of the formula unit is 0.
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