If an atom loses two electrons what charge will it have?

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Carlen

10 October, 15:29

If an atom loses two electrons what charge will it have?

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Hermione · Answer 1

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Explanation:

Because electrons are negative so if electrons are lost then it will automatically become positive in this case + 2. This will be right if there are then more electrons than protons in total. I pretty sure it's correct.

Philip · Answer 2

The third is the correct answer + 2

If an atom loses two electrons what charge will it have?+1-1+2-2

If an atom loses two electrons what charge will it have?

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