Question

Based on its location on the periodic table, which element would be most

likely to form a negative ion? A potassium.
B strontium
C bromine.
D magnesium.​

Answer 1

The answer is C. Bromine .

Answer 2

The answer to your question is C. Bromine

Step-by-step explanation:

Metals form positive ions (cations)

Nonmetals form negative ions (anions)

Potassium is an alkaline metal, Magnesium and Strontium are alkaline earth metals, so they form positive ions.

Bromine is a halogen, so it is a nonmetal that forms negative ions.