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The correct statement is:
e. The correct name for $TiO_{2}$ is titanium dioxide.
Explanation:
a. Correct. The symbols for the elements magnesium, aluminum, and xenon are Mg, Al, and Xe, respectively.
b. Incorrect. The elements P, As, and Bi are in the same group (group 15) on the periodic table.
c. Incorrect. Ga (gallium) is expected to lose electrons to form a positive ion, while Se (selenium) and Br (bromine) are expected to gain electrons to form negative ions.
d. Correct. Co (cobalt), Ni (nickel), and Hg (mercury) are all transition elements.
e. Correct. The correct name for the chemical compound $TiO_{2}$ is titanium dioxide.
