Mercury forms two common ions, mercury (1) and mercury (2). what is the correct term for the mercury (2) ion? a. mercuric. b. mercurite. c. mercuride. d. mercurous.

The correct answer is A) mercuric

Explanation:

For elements that have two oxidation states, the higher oxidation state (greater loss of electrons) takes a name with the sufix "-ic".

In the case of Mercury element (Hg), it can form the mercurous ion Hg⁺ (lesser oxidation state) and the mercuric ion Hg²⁺ (higher oxidation state).

coral.

explanation:

coral. many marine organisms that produce calcium carbonate shells or skeletons are negatively impacted by increasing co2 levels and decreasing ph in seawater.

it is the most commonly accepted one