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Simple negative ions formed from single atoms are given names that end in __________ .
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An ion is an atom or molecule that has a net electrical charge. This charge can be either positive or negative. A positive charge means there are more protons than electrons, and a negative charge means there are more electrons than protons. Show more…
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