Forming Ions

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What is an ion?

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

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What is a cation?

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

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

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

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What is the charge of a chloride ion (Cl)?

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The charge of a chloride ion (Cl) is 1-.

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What is the charge of a nitrogen ion (N)?

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The charge of a nitrogen ion (N) is 3-.

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What is the charge of a sulfur ion (S)?

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The charge of a sulfur ion (S) is 2-.

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How do you determine the charge of an ion?

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The charge of an ion is determined by the difference between the number of protons and electrons in an atom.

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What does the notation Cl⁻ represent?

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Cl⁻ represents a chloride ion, which has gained one electron and has a charge of 1-.

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What does the notation Na⁺ represent?

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Na⁺ represents a sodium ion, which has lost one electron and has a charge of 1+.