What reaction shows a compound breaking apart into separate substances?

Read the given expression. x = number of protons − number of core electrons which of the following explains the identity of x and its trends across a period? x is the effective nuclear charge, and it remains constant across a period. x is the screening constant, and it remains constant across a period. x is the effective nuclear charge, and it increases across a period. x is the screening constant, and it increases across a period.

Which diagram shows the correct way to represent an ionic compound of magnesium oxide?

How can a give a full method for the experiment of separating sand from water by filtration? 1-materials 2-steps 3-conclusion also for water and salt separated by the evaporation or distillation process