Ions

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Ions are:

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Atoms with a positive or negative charge.

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What is a negative ion called?

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Anion.

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What is a positive ion called?

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Cation.

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What charge does Calcium (Ca) have if it has 2 valence electrons?

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+2.

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What is the ion formed from Sulfur (S) if it has 6 valence electrons?

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S^-2.

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What charge does Oxygen (O) have if it has 6 valence electrons?

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-2.

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What is the charge of a cation?

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Positive.

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What is the charge of an anion?

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Negative.

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How many valence electrons does Sodium (Na) have?

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1.

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What ion does Sodium (Na) form?

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Na⁺.