Skip to main content
A

Anonymous

Jan 31, 2025

Which of the following are always larger than the neutral atoms from which they are formed?

Which of the following ions is always larger than the neutral atom from which it is formed?
a. Positive ions
b. Negative ions
c. Cations
d. None of the above

3 Answers

A. positive ions : Positive ions are formed when a neutral atom loses electrons. When neutral atoms lose electrons, the ions formed are always smaller than the neutral atoms. B. negative ions : Yes. When the neutral atoms gain electrons to form negative ions, they always become larger, because the addition of one electron increases the electrostatic repulsion of the outermost electrons, forcing them to drift apart.C. cations  No. Cation is the same that positive ion.D. none of the above
A
Anonymous

Dec 14, 2024

The best and most correct answer among the choices provided by the question is the first choice "positive ions"Positive ions are usually carbon dioxide molecules that have been stripped of an electron. Also known as positively charged ions, they have been demonstrated to have a negative effect on your body when you are exposed to them in excess.I hope my answer has come to your help. God bless and have a nice day ahead!

Want to answer this question?

Join our community to share your knowledge!

Related Questions

1
How many oxygen atoms are in 2.00 grams of quartz?

How many oxygen atoms are in 2.00 grams of quartz? Could someone please provide a detailed explanation of the calculatio...

3
How many moles of CO2 are produced when 5.45 mole of ethane are burned in an excess of oxygen?

How many moles of CO2 are produced when 5.45 moles of ethane (C2H6) are burned in an excess of oxygen?

9
Is 180 pounds overweight for a 5’9 male?

Is 180 pounds considered overweight for a 5’9" male?

2
Suppose there are two known compounds containing generic x and y. you have a 1.00g sample of each compound.

Suppose there are two known compounds containing the elements x and y, and you have a 1.00 g sample of each compound. Wh...

3
what is the hybridization of phosphorus atom in PCl3?

What is the hybridization of the phosphorus atom in PCl3? Additionally, could you please provide an explanation of the s...

3
Which of the following describes a function of the endoplasmic reticulum within a cell

What are the functions of the endoplasmic reticulum within a cell? Please select the option that best describes its role...

10
Which organic molecule is responsible for the insulation of internal organs against shock?

Which organic molecule plays a key role in insulating internal organs against physical shock?

4
Cual es la tendencia de los metales al formar en lances

¿Cuál es la tendencia de los metales al formar enlaces? ¿Qué rango de edad sería el adecuado para explicar esta respuest...

4
How many moles of Cu are in 1.48 × 1025 Cu atoms?

How many moles of copper (Cu) are present in 1.48 × 10²⁵ atoms of copper?

9
Is 22 inches tall considered a tall baby for a girl?

I had my first child almost three weeks ago, born on September 15, 2022. She’s a healthy baby, and I’m just wondering if...