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Which of the following explain how an ion is formed? Explain your answer. a. adding or subtracting protons to/from an atom b. adding or subtracting neutrons to/from an atom c. adding or subtracting electrons to/from an atom

Name: Problem 15, Chapter 2: Chemistry
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Description: Which of the following explain how an ion is formed? Explain your answer. a. adding or subtracting protons to/from an atom b. adding or subtracting neutrons to/from an atom c. adding or subtracting electrons to/from an atom

   Which of the following explain how an ion is formed? Explain your answer.
a. adding or subtracting protons to/from an atom
b. adding or subtracting neutrons to/from an atom
c. adding or subtracting electrons to/from an atom

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Steven S. Zumdahl,… 9th Edition

Chapter 2, Problem 15

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Adding or subtracting protons to/from an atom would change the element itself, as the number of protons determines the atomic number and the element's identity. b. Adding or subtracting neutrons to/from an atom would result in isotopes, which are different forms Show more…

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Key Concepts

Atom

An atom is the basic unit of matter, consisting of a nucleus made up of protons and neutrons, surrounded by electrons. Its structure determines the element’s identity and how it interacts with other atoms.

Ion

An ion is an atom or a molecule that has acquired an electrical charge by losing or gaining electrons. The formation of an ion is due solely to changes in the electron count, which results in an imbalance between the number of protons and electrons.

Subatomic Particles

Subatomic particles include protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons determine the positive charge of the nucleus and the element’s identity, while neutrons contribute to the mass without affecting the charge. Electrons, which orbit the nucleus, determine the chemical behavior of the atom; their loss or gain is what creates an ion.

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