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An atom that is ionized must have which of the following?
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Which of the following best describes the charge of a cation?
A
Variable depending on the element
B
Negative
C
Neutral
D
Positive
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Understand that a cation is an ion formed when an atom loses one or more electrons.
Recall that electrons carry a negative charge, so losing electrons results in a net positive charge on the ion.
Recognize that the charge of a cation is always positive, regardless of the element, because it has more protons than electrons.
Contrast this with anions, which gain electrons and have a negative charge.
Therefore, the best description of the charge of a cation is that it is positive.
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