A loss of electrons by an atom creates an anion?

true or false

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Chemistry

Shirley Bryan

6 March, 04:18

A loss of electrons by an atom creates an anion?

true or false

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Nevaeh Swanson · Answer 1

False, a loss of electrons would make the atom positive, it will become a Cation.

Makenna Ruiz · Answer 2

That is false.

An ion is " an electrically charged atom or group of atoms formed by the loss or gain of one or more electrons."

But in detail anion means gaining of electrons.

So, a gain of electrons by an atom creates an anion.

A loss of electrons by an atom creates an anion?true or false

A loss of electrons by an atom creates an anion?

true or false