After a neutral sulfur atom gains two electrons, what is the resulting charge of the ion?

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anor277
Jan 20, 2016

If I have any neutral substance, if I take an electron AWAY, I have a positive substance. If I add 2 electrons, I have a dianion.

Explanation:

#S + 2e^(-) rarr S^(2-)#

Mass and charge are conserved in any chemical reaction. Both are conserved in the reaction shown. Is this a reduction or an oxidation reaction?

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