3 years ago

When an atom of calcium (Ca) forms an ion by losing two electrons, what is the ion’s type and charge?

Chemistry

2 answers:

andre [41]3 years ago

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The electrical charge of the calcium ion is +2.

posledela3 years ago

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Answer:

cation +2

Explanation:

A cation is a positively charged ion, while an anion is a negatively charged ion. Contrary to how it sounds, when an atom loses electrons, it's charge becomes more positive. Since the calcium atom lost 2 electrons, it is a positive (+2) ion.

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