Does aluminum lose or gain electrons?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking whether aluminum loses or gains electrons during a chemical reaction, specifically in the context of its behavior in ionic bonding or oxidation states.
Answer
Aluminum loses 3 electrons.
The final answer is aluminum loses 3 electrons when it forms an ion.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is aluminum loses 3 electrons when it forms an ion.
More Information
Aluminum, being in group 13 of the periodic table, typically loses three electrons to form Al3+ ions, achieving a stable electron configuration similar to that of noble gases.
Tips
Confusing whether aluminum gains or loses electrons. Remember, metals generally lose electrons to form positive ions (cations).
Sources
- Valence Electrons and Bonding - Chemistry LibreTexts - chem.libretexts.org
- How many electrons will aluminum gain or lose when it forms an ion? - homework.study.com
- How many electrons does an atom of aluminum lose - Chegg - chegg.com
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