Multiple Choice
Element 20,Ca,has what chemical property?
A) It behaves as a metal ion,giving up two electrons to form a +2 ion.
B) It tends to form covalent bonds and an ion with a charge of +1.
C) It behaves as a nonmetal,accepting electrons to form an ion with charge -2.
D) It tends to be inert,and thus is dispersed throughout the crust.
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