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