Understanding Anions and Cations

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What are monatomic ions?

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Monatomic ions consist of a single atom that has gained or lost electrons, resulting in a net charge.

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What is the ion formed by oxygen?

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The ion formed by oxygen is called the oxide ion (O²-).

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What is the charge of the Vanadium (V) ion?

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The charge of the Vanadium (V) ion is V⁵⁺.

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What is the name for the ion O²-?

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The name for the ion O²- is the oxide anion.

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What charge do all Group 1A ions have?

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All Group 1A ions have a charge of 1+.

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Define cation.

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

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Define anion.

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

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What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na)?

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The charge of a sodium ion (Na) is 1+.

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What is the charge of a chloride ion (Cl)?

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The charge of a chloride ion (Cl) is 1-.

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What is the difference between a monatomic ion and a polyatomic ion?

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A monatomic ion consists of a single atom, while a polyatomic ion consists of two or more atoms bonded together.