Cations and Anions Flashcard

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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion that is formed when an atom loses one or more electrons.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is a negatively charged ion that is formed when an atom gains one or more electrons.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion?

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Positive 1

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What is the charge of a chloride ion?

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Negative 1

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What is the charge of a calcium ion?

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Positive 2

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What is the charge of a sulfate ion?

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Negative 2

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What is the charge of a potassium ion?

Back

Positive 1

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What is the charge of a nitrate ion?

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Negative 1

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What is the charge of a barium ion?

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Positive 2

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What is the charge of a phosphate ion?

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Negative 3