Question:

Magnesium reacts with an element $(X)$ to form an ionic compound. If the ground state electronic configuration of $( X )$ is $1 s ^{2} 2 s ^{2} 2 p ^{3}$, the simplest formula for this compound is

Updated On: May 4, 2024
  • $Mg_3X_2 $
  • $Mg_2X_3 $
  • $Mg_2X $
  • $MgX_2 $
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Solution and Explanation

Element $(X) $ electronic configuration $1 s^{2} \,2 s^{2} \,2 p^{3}$ So, valency of $X$ will be $3$ . Valency of $Mg$ is $2$ . Formula of compound formed by $Mg$ and $X$ will be $Mg _{3} X _{2}$
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Concepts Used:

Group 1 Elements

Group one of alkali metals is s-block elements with just one electron in their s-orbital. They are are alkali metals. They are named so because of the alkaline nature of the hydroxides and oxides.

Alkali metals are characterized by one s-electron in the valence shell of their atoms.

Alkali metals have a corresponding [Noble gas] ns1 electronic configuration. They occupy the first column of the periodic table. Alkali elements are:

  • Lithium(Li)
  • Sodium(Na)
  • Potassium (K)
  • Rubidium (Ru)
  • Cesium (Cs)
  • Francium (Fr)

They have occupied successive periods from first to seven. Francium is a radioactive element with very low half-life.

Electronic Configuration:

  • Alkali metals have one electron in their valence shell.
  • The electronic configuration is given by ns1. For example, the electronic configuration of lithium is given by 1ns1 2ns1.
  • They tend to lose the outer shell electron to form cations with charge +1 (monovalent ions).

This makes them the most electropositive elements and due to the same reason, they are not found in the pure state.