Introductory Chemistry (5th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 032191029X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-029-5

Chapter 4 - Atoms and Elements - Exercises - Questions - Page 119: 20

Answer

An anion is a negatively charged ion. They have more electrons than protons.

Work Step by Step

A cation is a positively charged ion. They have fewer electrons than protons.
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