Describe what happens when 2 atoms of potassium react with 1 atom of sulphur? Give the answer in terms of electron transfer.
The electrons are transferred from potassium to sulphur, in this reaction, potassium is being oxidised and sulphur is being reduced. Two potassium atoms each lose one electron forming K+ ions. Sulphur gains two electrons forming S2-/2- ions. The resultant formula will be: K2S, bonding in this compound is ionic.
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