If an atom loses two electrons, what will be its resulting charge?

• A. 2-
• B. neutral
• C. 1+
• D. 2+

Answer: (D)

Verified step by step guidance

1. Understand that electrons carry a negative charge, so losing electrons means the atom becomes more positive.
2. Recognize that each electron lost increases the positive charge of the atom by +1.
3. Since the atom loses two electrons, calculate the total change in charge as +2 (because 2 electrons × +1 charge each = +2).
4. Conclude that the resulting charge of the atom after losing two electrons is 2+.
5. Note that the options 2-, neutral, and 1+ do not match this result, confirming that 2+ is the correct charge.