2. In an ionic compound with the formula unit X(NO3)2, which of the following is likely to be theidentity of X?a. Magnesiumb. Cesiumc. Aluminumd. Silver

To determine the likely identity of X in the ionic compound X(NO3)2, we need to understand the…

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2. In an ionic compound with the formula unit X(NO3)2, which of the following is likely to be the identity of X? a. Magnesium b. Cesium c. Aluminum d. Silver