Ions 3

Question 1

In figure 2, the chlorine atom contains 17 protons, 17 electrons, and 18 neutrons.
Upon ———, the chlorine atom gained an extra electron.

Answer 1

ionization

Question 2

If an atom gains an extra electron, it will form ——— with a net charge of ———.
If it gains two electrons, it will acquire a net charge of ———.

Answer 2

anion
-1
-2

Question 3

In a neutral atom, the charge is ———.

Answer 3

zero

Question 4

When a neutral atom loses an electron, its charge becomes ———.

Answer 4

+1

Question 5

On the other hand, when a neutral atom gains an electron, its charge becomes ———.

Answer 5

-1