Ions | ST Flashcards
1
Q
What is an ion?
A
An atom that has become electrically charge from losing/gaining one or more electrons.
2
Q
When does an atom become a negative ion?
A
An atom becomes a negative ion when it gains on or more electrons, meaning that it has more electrons than protons, which allows its charge to be negative.
3
Q
When does an atom become a positive ion?
A
An atom becomes a positive ion when it loses one or more electrons, meaning that there is more protons than electrons, which gives it a positive charge.
