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A calcium ion has 20 protons and 18 electrons. Each proton has a + 1 charge and each electron has a - 1 charge. What is the charge of the calcium ion?

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    Ca^ (2+) or the charge is 2 plus or just 2

    Step-by-step explanation:

    Charge on the calcium ion = 20 * (+1) + 18 * (-1) = 20 - 18 = 2

    The charge on the calcium ion is + 2
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