1. the tendency of an element to react is closely related to (1 point). a. its atomic mass.. attractions between its atoms.. b. the number of valence electrons in atoms of the element.. c. the ratio of protons to neutrons in atoms of the element.

Which statement best describes the oxidation numbers of the atoms found in magnesium chloride? a. magnesium has a 2- oxidation number and chlorine has a 1+ oxidation number. b. magnesium has a 2- oxidation number and chlorine has a 2+ oxidation number. c. magnesium has a 2+ oxidation number and chlorine has a 1- oxidation number. d. magnesium has a 1+ oxidation number and chlorine has a 1- oxidation number.