Cations and Anions

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Cations and Anions: Overview

In this topic, we will learn about the ions and the two types of ions, which are cations and anions. It explains how cations gain and lose electrons. It also discusses the differences between them.

Important Questions on Cations and Anions

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Which one of the following is cation 

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Potassium and potassium ions:

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Define electron affinity enthalpy.

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Why does an anion have negative charge on it?

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_____ is the positively charged atom or group of atoms.

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Explain why the size of the cation is smaller than its corresponding atom.

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Define ionisation enthalpy.

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Write few examples of mono-atomic cations.

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In sodium chloride, its constituent particles are?

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A Positively charged ion is also called?

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A negatively charged ion is called as: