Cation and Anion

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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion that has lost one or more electrons.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is a negatively charged ion that has gained one or more electrons.

Front

What is the charge of sodium (Na)?

Back

+1

Front

What is the charge of chloride (Cl)?

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-1

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What is the charge of calcium (Ca) in its ionic form?

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+2

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What is the charge of sulfate (SO4)?

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-2

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How do you determine if an element is a cation or anion?

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Elements that lose electrons become cations (positive charge), while those that gain electrons become anions (negative charge).

Front

What is the charge of iron (II)?

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+2

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What is the charge of phosphate (PO4)?

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-3

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Is magnesium (Mg) a cation or an anion?

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Cation