Try it on paper first. A hint, the key idea and the worked solution are here when you need them.
Find the valency of the elements with these atomic numbers: , , , and .
Valency is the number of electrons an atom loses, gains or shares to fill its outer shell. With to outer electrons it equals that number; with to it is minus that number; a full shell gives . Cross the valencies to write a formula.
Have you tried it?
Work it out on paper first. It is fine to get stuck or make a mistake: that is how we learn. When you are ready, go through the solution one step at a time, and check each step against your own.
Step 1. . 2, 4: valency .
Step 2. . 2, 7: valency .
Step 3. . 2, 8, 1: valency .
Step 4. . 2, 8, 3: valency .
Step 5. . 2, 8, 5: valency .
Answer: , , , and .
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