SSC
CHEMISTRY
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Question
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Anion is another term for an atom that gains one or more electrons.
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TRUE
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FALSE
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Correct statement-An atom that gains one or more electrons to form a negative ion is called an anion.
Detailed explanation-2: -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. Anions and cations are both ions.
Detailed explanation-3: -Definition: An ion is an atom or molecule which has lost or gained one or more electrons, and carries a net electric charge. If the result is an atom with more electrons than protons, the ion is negatively charged.
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