What do we call those particles which are formed :
(a) by the gain of electrons by atoms ?
(b) by the loss of electrons by atoms ?

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(a) Particles formed by the gain of electrons are called anions.
(b) Particles formed by the loss of electrons are called cations.

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What do we call those particles which are formed : (a) by the gain of electrons by atoms ? (b) by the loss of electrons by atoms ?

(a) Particles formed by the gain of electrons are called anions. (b) Particles formed by the loss of electrons are called cations.

What do we call those particles which are formed :
(a) by the gain of electrons by atoms ?
(b) by the loss of electrons by atoms ?

(a) Particles formed by the gain of electrons are called anions.
(b) Particles formed by the loss of electrons are called cations.