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Which diagram is the correct electron dot diagram for magnesium?



A.
A symbol of magnesium M g has four dots representing four free electrons.

B.
A symbol of magnesium M g has three dots representing three free electrons.

C.
A symbol of magnesium M g has one dot representing one free electron.

D.
A symbol of magnesium M g has two dots representing two free electrons.

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Answer:

D.) A symbol of magnesium Mg has two dots representing two free electrons.

Explanation:

Magnesium is located in the second group (column) of the periodic table. Elements located here have 2 valence electrons in their outermost shell. Thus, the electron dot diagram of magnesium has 2 dots symbolizing the 2 valence electrons.

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