Na reacts with element X to form an ionic compound with the formula Na₃X.Ca will react with X to form ________. A)CaX₂ B)CaX C)Ca₂X₃ D)Ca₃X₂ E)Ca₃X

Name: Na reacts with element X to form an ionic compound with the formula Na 3 X.Ca will react with X to form ________. A)CaX 2 B)CaX C)Ca 2 X 3 D)Ca 3 X 2 E)Ca 3 X
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Element X has a -3 charge since it forms Na₃X with Na⁺ ions. Calcium (Ca) has a +2 charge, so it will combine with X to form Ca₃X₂ to balance the charges.

Na Reacts with Element X to Form an Ionic Compound