DifferenceModerate1 mark
4(a)
Differentiate between the following pairs based on the information given in the brackets.
Cations and anions (formation from an atom)
Topic: Chemical bonding and electron structures
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Answer
Exam answer
A cation is formed by loss of electron(s); an anion is formed by gain of electron(s).
Comparison
| Cation | Anion |
|---|---|
| Formed by loss of electrons. | Formed by gain of electrons. |
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