Question

Cations are formed by the _________ of electrons and anions are formed by __________ of electrons

• A. Loss
• B. Gain

Answer 1

1. Ions are formed when they lose or gain electrons.
2. Basically, an atom is neutral but it will become charged when they lose or accepts electrons.
3. The loss of electrons removes a negative charge so a positively charged species will be obtained and is called cations.
4. The gain of electrons increases one negative charge to the atom so a negatively charged species will be formed and is called anions.

Cations are formed by the Loss of electrons and anions are formed by the Gain of electrons