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What distinguishes cations from anions?

Both cations and anions have an equal number of protons and electrons.

Cations are positively charged while anions are negatively charged. (correct)

Cations have more electrons than protons.

Anions have more protons than electrons.

What forms a cation?

An atom losing neutrons.

An atom gaining electrons.

An atom losing electrons. (correct)

An atom gaining protons.

Which statement about ions is true?

Cations attract other cations.

All ions have the same charge.

Cations and anions attract each other. (correct)

Anions cannot form from losing electrons.

How do neutral atoms differ from ions?

<p>Neutral atoms have equal numbers of protons and electrons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is true about anions?

<p>Anions are negatively charged.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Atoms

Atoms are the basic building blocks of matter.
Neutral atoms have an equal number of protons and electrons.

Ions

Ions are charged atoms.
Cations are positively charged ions formed when an atom loses electrons.
Anions are negatively charged ions formed when an atom gains electrons.
Cations and anions attract each other due to their opposite charges.

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This quiz explores the fundamental concepts of atoms and ions, including their structure and charge. It covers topics such as neutral atoms, cations, and anions, providing a clear understanding of these essential building blocks of matter.