A neutral atom becomes a negatively charged ion by __________ electrons

Chemistry

1 answer:

Inessa [10]3 years ago

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A neutral atom becomes a negatively charged ion by accepting electrons.
For example:
F + e⁻ → F⁻
S + 2e⁻ →S²⁻

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