An Atom Becomes an Ion When

question 1

Multiple Choice

An atom becomes an ion when:

• A)it gains or loses neutrons.
• B)it forms a covalent bond.
• C)it gains or loses electrons.
• D)hydrogen ions are shared.
• E)it gains or loses protons.

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