Atomic Variation Vocab Flashcards
1
Q
What is an ion?
A
An atom with the same number of protons, but more or less electrons.
2
Q
What is an anion?
A
A negatively charged atom (more electrons than protons).
3
Q
What is a cation?
A
A positively charged atom (less electrons than protons).
4
Q
What is an isotope?
A
An atom with the same number of protons, but more or less neutrons.
