Question

An ion is a charged particle that carries a positive or negative charge.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

Ion: An Ion can be defined as an atom or molecule having a positive or negative charge on it. Cation and Anion are the two types of ions.

Cations:

• Cations are positively charged ions. They are formed when a metal loses its electrons.
• For example, $\mathrm{Calcium}\left({{\mathrm{Ca}}_2}^{+}\right),\mathrm{Potassium}\left({\mathrm{K}}^{+}\right),\mathrm{Hydrogen}\left({\mathrm{H}}^{+}\right),\mathrm{e}.\mathrm{t}.\mathrm{c}.$

Anions:

• Anions are negatively charged ions. They are formed when non-metal gains electrons.
• For example, $\mathrm{Chloride}\left({\mathrm{Cl}}^{–}\right),\mathrm{and}\mathrm{Hydroxide}\left({\mathrm{OH}}^{–}\right)$.

​Thus, the given statement is True. i.e., An ion is a charged particle that carries a positive or negative charge.