Question

No matter whether an atom gains or loses an electron, if it becomes charged, we call it an

Answer 1

When an atom loses a valance electron it becomes positively charged. However, it doesn't lose a proton. Same with if an atom gains an electron, then it becomes negatively charged, but it doesn't gain a proton.

Answer 2

So what would it be called?

Answer 3

it just charged but it depends on the condition that it take electron or loss electron

Answer 4

thank u :)

Answer 5

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