Ions

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What is an ion?

Back

A charged atom.

Front

Which type of element typically becomes a cation?

Back

A metal.

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What happens to an atom that loses one electron?

Back

It becomes positively charged with a charge of +1.

Front

What is the charge of a fluoride ion?

Back

1-.

Front

Why doesn't neon gain or lose electrons?

Back

Its outer energy level is full.

Front

What is a cation?

Back

A positively charged ion.

Front

What is an anion?

Back

A negatively charged ion.

Front

How do metals typically form ions?

Back

By losing electrons.

Front

How do non-metals typically form ions?

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By gaining electrons.

Front

What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na+)?

Back

+1.