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Question

Is element Y a metal or a nonmetal if its reaction with element X results in a product containing $$X^{3−}$$ and $$Y^{2+}$$ ions? Explain.

Accepted Answer

Y is a metal

Answer

Y is a nonmetal

Is element Y a metal or a nonmetal if its reaction with element X results in a product containing X3− and Y2+ ions? Explain.