Select the number of electrons each atom must gain or lose to have a full valence level. Use the periodic table if you need help.A calcium atom (Ca) will

Calcium is in Group 2, so it has 2 electrons in its outermost energy level. It can reach a full valence level by losing those 2 electrons, forming Ca²⁺. The correct choice is lose 2 electrons.

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