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Cations are formed when electrons are added to the atom.


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True
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False
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Solution

The correct option is B False
  • Ions are charged particles formed by the gain or loss of electrons by an atom.
  • A positive ion is formed when an atom loses an electron. It is called a cation.
  • A negative ion is formed when an atom adds an electron. It is called an anion.

Therefore, the given statement is false.


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