GK
CHEMISTRY
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Question
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CATIONS ____ chargeANIONS ____ charge
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+, -
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-, +
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -An anion may be defined as an atom or molecule that is negatively charged. A cation may be defined as an atom or molecule that is positively charged.
Detailed explanation-2: -Positively charged ions are called cations; negatively charged ions, anions.
Detailed explanation-3: -Thus, a magnesium atom will form a cation with two fewer electrons than protons and a charge of 2+. The symbol for the ion is Mg2+, and it is called a magnesium ion.
Detailed explanation-4: -Step #1-the symbol of the cation is Fe. Step #2-the charge on the cation is a positive three. remember, that comes from the Roman numeral.
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