An element ‘M’ with electronic configuration 2 8 3 combines separately with Cl- , SO₄^-2 anions. Write the chemical formulae of the compounds formed. Predict with the suitable reason the nature of the bond formed by element ‘M’ in general. How will the electrical conductivity of the compounds formed vary with respect to ‘M’?
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A reddish-brown metal ‘X’, when heated in air, gives a black compound ‘Y’, which when heated in presence of H₂ gas gives ‘X’ back. ‘X’ is refined by the process of electrolysis; this refined form of ‘X’ is used in electrical wiring. Identify ‘X’ and ‘Y’. Draw a well-labeled diagram to represent the process of refining ‘X’

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