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

  • A
    $Na$
  • B
    $Al$
  • C
    $Si$
  • D
    $Mg$

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