Write the full electron configuration for neutral calcium, indicate which electrons would be lost when calcium becomes an ion, Ca2+. Write the noble gas (abbreviated) electron configuration for this calcium io- Discuss in your group why calcium would likely not form a +3 ion.

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Write the full electron configuration for neutral calcium, indicate which electrons would be lost when
calcium becomes an ion, Ca2+. Write the noble gas (abbreviated) electron configuration for this calcium ion.
Discuss in your group why calcium would likely not form a +3 ion.
Transcribed Image Text:Write the full electron configuration for neutral calcium, indicate which electrons would be lost when calcium becomes an ion, Ca2+. Write the noble gas (abbreviated) electron configuration for this calcium ion. Discuss in your group why calcium would likely not form a +3 ion.
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