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Define simple ions.


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Definition of simple ions:

  1. The charged species formed from a single atom are known as simple ions.

Types of simple ions:

  1. Cation: A positively charged ion containing a single atom is known as cation.
  2. Anion: A negatively charged ion containing a single atom is known as anion.

Example:

  1. Cation: Na+,K+.
  2. Anion: F-,Cl-.

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