Element $X$ forms a chloride with the formula $XCl_2$,which is a solid with a high melting point. $X$ would most likely be in the same group of the Periodic Table as

$(i)$ Write the electron-dot structures for sodium,oxygen,and magnesium.
$(ii)$ Show the formation of $Na_{2}O$ and $MgO$ by the transfer of electrons.
$(iii)$ What are the ions present in these compounds?

$(a)$ Amongst the following elements,identify the ones that would form anions:
$K, O, Na, F, Ca, Cl, Mg$
$(b)$ Write the electronic configuration of the anions identified above.

Which one of the following properties is not generally exhibited by ionic compounds?

Give reasons for the following:
$(i)$ Ionic compounds have high melting and boiling points.
$(ii)$ Ionic compounds are soluble in water.
$(iii)$ Ionic compounds are solid and somewhat hard.
$(iv)$ Ionic compounds conduct electricity in the molten state.
$(v)$ Metals have a tendency to lose electrons.

$(a)$ Predict which of the following will form anions and which will form cations:
$(i)$ $Na$ $(ii)$ $Al$ $(iii)$ $Cl$ $(iv)$ $O$
$(b)$ Name two elements that are inert.