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8 September, 15:33

What is the term for an atom that is electrically charged as a result of gaining or losing electrons?

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  1. 8 September, 16:50
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    An Ion.

    Explanation:

    The reason is, an ion is a charged particle. The charge can be either a positive charge or a negative charge.

    Examples:

    Na + : Cation (positively charged ion/particle)

    Cl - : Anion (negatively charged ion/particle)
  2. 8 September, 18:09
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    An ion

    Explanation:

    An ion is a charged atom

    Na+

    Cl-

    K+

    SO2-
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