Ions and electron configuration

Ions and electron configuration

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10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an ion?

Back

An ion is an atom or molecule that has a net electrical charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na+1)?

Back

The charge of a sodium ion (Na+1) is +1.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many electrons does a sodium ion (Na+1) have?

Back

A sodium ion (Na+1) has 10 electrons.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to an atom when it gains an electron?

Back

When an atom gains an electron, it becomes negatively charged and is called an anion.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the charge of an atom that has gained one electron?

Back

The charge of an atom that has gained one electron is -1.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to an atom when it loses an electron?

Back

When an atom loses an electron, it becomes positively charged and is called a cation.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the charge of an atom that has lost one electron?

Back

The charge of an atom that has lost one electron is +1.

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