16. How does an atom become an ion?

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Annabel Lutz

27 May, 01:32

16. How does an atom become an ion?

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Dillan Winters · Answer 1

An atom becomes an Ion (a) if it gains one or more electron (s) or (b) if it loses one or more electron (s). When it gains electrons it becomes negatively charged and is called an anion. When it loses electron (s) it becomes positively charged and is called a cation.