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24 November, 00:49

What is the charge on an ion that contains 16 protons and 18 electrons?

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  1. 24 November, 02:31
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    16-18 = - 2 so it has a negative charge. Just subtract the electrons from the protons if you get a positive number it will have a positive charge and vice versa.
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