Chemistry How Does MgO Form?

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Magnesium oxide (MgO) forms through the ionic bonding of magnesium cations (Mg2+) and oxide anions (O2-). The magnesium ion carries a 2+ charge, while the oxygen atom has a 2- charge, resulting in a neutral compound. The chemical formula for this ionic compound is MgO. The formation process involves the transfer of electrons from magnesium to oxygen, leading to the stability of the compound. Understanding the charge balance is crucial in explaining how MgO is formed.
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Magnesium cations (Mg2+)
Oxide anions (O 2-)
A magnesium ion has a 2+ charge and the oxygen atom has a 2- charge. The formula for the ionic compound is MgO.
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