Metals lose electrons from their lattice to become :

alkalis

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positive ions

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non-metals

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negative ions

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The correct option is D positive ions
A cation is formed when a metal ion loses a valence electron so as to achieve a more stable electronic configuration through this loss of an electron.

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Metals lose electrons from their lattice to become :

The correct option is D positive ionsA cation is formed when a metal ion loses a valence electron so as to achieve a more stable electronic configuration through this loss of an electron.

The correct option is D positive ions
A cation is formed when a metal ion loses a valence electron so as to achieve a more stable electronic configuration through this loss of an electron.