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The negatively charged ions are formed during dissociation are called :


A

cations

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anions

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ions

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none of the above.

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Solution

The correct option is B

anions


Explanation of incorrect option (A) :

1. Cations are positively charged ions. They are formed when a metal loses its electrons.

2. They lose one or more than one electron and do not lose any protons.

3. Therefore, they possess a net positive charge. Some examples of cations are Calcium (Ca2+), Potassium (K+), and hydrogen (H+).

Hence, option (A) is incorrect.

Explanation of incorrect option (C):

1. Ion can be defined as a chemical species which holds a positive or negative charge of some magnitude.

2. The ions that contain a greater number of protons than electrons are known to hold a net positive charge. These ions are commonly referred to as cations.

3. On the other hand, the ions that contain a greater number of electrons than protons are known to hold a net negative charge. These ions are commonly known as anions.

Hence, option (C) is incorrect.

Explanation of correct option (B):

1. Anions are negatively charged ions. They are formed when non-metal gains the electrons.

2. They gain one or more than one electron and do not lose any protons.

3. Therefore, they possess a net negative charge. Some examples of anions are Iodide (I), chloride (Cl), and hydroxide (OH).

Hence, option (B) is correct.


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