An Atom or Molecule Becomes A(n) (Anion/ion/cation) When It Loses

question 48

Short Answer

An atom or molecule becomes a(n) (anion/ion/cation) when it loses an electron to a more electronegative molecule.

---

Definitions:

Yield Sensitivity

The degree to which the price of a bond or other debt security responds to changes in interest rates, affecting investors' returns.

Price Volatility

Price Volatility describes the extent to which the price of an asset or security fluctuates over time, indicating the level of risk involved.

Maturity

Refers to the final payment date of a loan or other financial instrument, at which point the principal (and all remaining interest) is due to be paid.

Zero-Coupon Bond

A debt security that does not pay interest but is traded at a deep discount, providing profit at maturity when it is redeemed for its face value.