Which of the following statements correctly describes what occurs when a neutral magnesium atom forms a stable ion?

A) It loses two valence electrons to form a cation with a charge of +2.

B) It gains two valence electrons to form an anion with a charge of -2.

C) It loses two protons from its nucleus to acquire a charge of +2.

D) It gains six protons into its nucleus to complete its outermost energy level.

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