How would you create an ion with a - 1 charge comparing number of electrons and protons

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Julio Andersen

27 March, 00:26

How would you create an ion with a - 1 charge comparing number of electrons and protons

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Keshawn Mendoza · Answer 1

In a neutral ion, the number of protons would be equal to the number of electrons. You get a positive or negative charge when electrons are lost or gained.

Example: 12/6 C1-

There are 6 protons, 6 neutrons, and 7 electrons.