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Element X forms a chloride with the formula XCl2, which is a solid with high melting point. X would most likely be in the same group of periodic table as

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Na

Al

Mg

K

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Mg

Correct Answer: (c) Mg

Explanation: Magnesium (Mg) forms a chloride with the formula MgCl2 and is in the same group of the periodic table as Element X, both being alkaline earth metals.

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