Asked by
Jasmine Juarez
on Oct 24, 2024
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A neutral atom will become a cation if it
A) gains electrons.
B) gains protons.
C) loses electrons.
D) loses protons.
E) gains neutrons.
Cation
Ion carrying a positive charge.
Electrons
Subatomic particles with a negative charge, orbiting the nucleus of an atom and involved in chemical reactions.
Neutral Atom
An atom with an equal number of protons and electrons, resulting in no net electric charge.
- Elucidate the attributes and significance of protons, neutrons, and electrons in atomic structure.
- Recognize the role of ions and electrolytes in biological systems.
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MJ
Learning Objectives
- Elucidate the attributes and significance of protons, neutrons, and electrons in atomic structure.
- Recognize the role of ions and electrolytes in biological systems.