Ions Flashcards
1
Q
What is an ion?
A
An ion is a charged particle
2
Q
What charge does a cation have?
A
A cation has a positive charge because it has lost an electron
3
Q
What charge does an anion have?
A
An Anion has a negative charge because it has gained an electron
4
Q
What ions do non-metal atoms form?
A
They form negative ions
