Chapter 8, Problem 8PE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

A diagram for the reaction of magnesium and oxygen atoms in order to give ${\text{Mg}}^{2+}$ and ${\text{O}}^{2-}$ ions is to be represented.

Concept Introduction:

An ionic compound is a compound in which positive ions and negative ions are held together by the electrostatic forces.

In a Lewis structure, a graphic diagram represents the bonding between the atoms of a molecule and lone pairs of electrons.

The distribution of electrons in different orbits of an atom or a molecule is known as electron configuration.