What are ions exactly? Are atoms with an incomplete outer valence shell called ions?

Question

asked Jan 10, 2021 217k views

1 Answer

Okkhoy · Answer 1 · 2021-01-15T11:12:29+0000

Answer:

An ion is a charged atom or molecule. It is charged because the number of electrons do not equal the number of protons in the atom or molecule. ... When an atom is attracted to another atom because it has an unequal number of electrons and protons, the atom is called an ION.

Step-by-step explanation:

What are ions exactly? Are atoms with an incomplete outer valence shell called ions?

Please log in or register to add a comment.

Please log in or register to answer this question.

1 Answer

Please log in or register to add a comment.

No related questions found

Categories

Other Questions