Multiple choice

Which of the following sub-atomic particles are responsible for generating anions or cations?

  1. Nucleons

  2. Protons

  3. Electrons

  4. Neutrons

  5. Protons and electrons
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Ions are generated by transfer of electrons. Cations are positively charged ions formed by the loss of electrons from atoms and anions are negatively charged ions formed when an atom gains electrons.

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