Essential Chemistry for IGCSE - Structure And Bonding (Section 5 - No. 41)
Which of the following statements is true about the formation of ions?
Cations are formed when an atom gains electrons.
Anions are formed when an atom loses electrons.
Cations are positively charged, formed by losing electrons.
Anions are positively charged, formed by gaining electrons.
Explanation
Cations are positive ions (formed by losing electrons), and anions are negative ions (formed by gaining electrons).
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