AP Chemistry · Topic 1.8

Valence Electrons and Ionic Compounds Practice

Part of Atomic Structure and Properties.(SAP-2.B)

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    A cation is formed when an atom

    • A

      Gains a proton

    • B

      Loses one or more electrons

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    • C

      Gains an electron

    • D

      Loses a proton

    Why

    Cation = positively charged ion (lost electrons). Anion = negatively charged ion (gained electrons).