The element X has the electronic configuration 2, 8, 18, 8, 1. Without identifying x,

(a) predict the sigh and charge on a simple ion of X.

(B) write if X be an oxidizing agent or reducing agent and why.

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(a) X+

(b) X will be a strong reducing agent as it will have the tendency to donate its valence

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