A Polyatomic Ion

question 13

Multiple Choice

A polyatomic ion

• A) has many atoms, one of which has gained or lost electrons.
• B) is a molecule that has gained or lost electrons.
• C) has many atoms, one of which has gained or lost protons.
• D) is a molecule that has gained or lost protons.
• E) has many charges.

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Definitions:

Anomie Theory

The theory that deviant behavior arises when people striving to achieve culturally valued goals find they do not have access to the legitimate means of attaining these goals.

Education

The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university, or the knowledge and skills acquired through this process.

Deviant Behavior

Behavior that violates the norms that apply in a given situation.

Secondary Deviance

Deviant behavior employed by a person as a means of defense or adjustment to the problems created by others’ reactions to rule breaking by him or her.