Magnesium and sulfur form an ionic compound with the formula ________. A)MgS B)Mg₂S C)MgS₂ D)Mg₂S₂ E)Mg₂S₃

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The correct formula for ionic compounds is determined by balancing the charges of the ions involved. Magnesium has a charge of +2 and sulfur has a charge of -2. Therefore, they combine in a 1:1 ratio to form the compound MgS. None of the other options represent a correctly balanced formula for this compound.

Magnesium and Sulfur Form an Ionic Compound with the Formula