Question

Atom that loses electrons is said to be _______ charge.

Answer 1

1. Gaining electrons results in negative charge on the body.
2. Losing electrons results in positive charge on the body.
3. For example, if a person rubs a balloon on their hair the balloon gains electrons, becoming negatively charged, while the person's hair loses electrons, becoming positively charged.

Hence, an atom that loses electrons is said to be positively charged.