An Atom That Becomes an Ion Always Changes from Having

question 42

Multiple Choice

An atom that becomes an ion always changes from having an equal number of protons and electrons to having

• A) more neutrons than protons.
• B) an electrical charge, either positive or negative.
• C) more electrons than protons.
• D) more protons than electrons.
• E) an equal number of protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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