What is the term for an atom that has lost or gained electrons (it's no longer neutral)?

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anor277
Apr 1, 2017

#"An ion..............."#

Explanation:

Negative ions, #"anions"#, are typically formed by non-metals, i.e. typically these are atoms with high nuclear charge, such as fluorine and oxygen. Positive ions, #"cations"#, are typically formed by metals, which are electron-rich, reducing species.

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