what are monoatomic ions?

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Monoatomic ions - Single positive or negative charge carrying atoms are known as monoatomic ions. Generally, elements with one valency form this type of ions. It may be of two types:
i. Monoatomic cations - Ions with a positive charge are called monoatomic cations in which electrons are lost from an atom, eg. Na⁺
ii. Monoatomic anions- Ions with a negative charge are called anions in which extra electrons are added to the atom.eg. Cl^-

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