Atoms and Ions Overview
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Atoms and Ions Overview

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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.

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