Question

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When a potassium atom forms an ion, it loses one electron. What is the electrical charge of the potassium ion?

A.
-1

B.
+1

C.
-2

D.
+2

Answer 1

What do you think?

Answer 2

b

Answer 3

b or a

Answer 4

i just did this and got 100%

Answer 5

the anwser is b

Answer 6

oh. well B! but next time can you not tell me direct answer.

Answer 7

Your right @iteal and @RasheedahOwl

Answer 8

but no direct answers please

Answer 9

well she asked you and you sat there but yes

Answer 10

Thank-You! @iteal @Iturquoise

Answer 11

@RasheedahOwl Would you like me to explain?

Answer 12

Yes please!

Answer 13

Your welcome XD

Answer 14

A neutral atom will have the same amount of protons and electrons. Protons have positive charge, and electrons have negative charge. If a neutral atom loses an electron to become an ion, it now has one more proton than electron, meaning a net charge of +1. Does that make sense?

Answer 15

Thank-You so much! I have better understanding, so the next question i don't have to go on Open Study. @StudyGurl14

Answer 16

You're welcome. :) Have a nice day and don't hesitate to tag me if you have any more questions