Question

Select the atoms that are likely to lose electrons to form cations: A. Iodine (I) B. Lithium (Li) C. Bromine (Br) D. Potassium (K)

Answer 1

It can be observed that from the given choices, only two are from the group IA and the other two is from the group 7. Those belonging to group IA are the lithium (Li) and Potassium (K). The other two are from group 7. These are bromine (Br) and Iodine (I). Thus, the answer to the question are letters B and D.