AQA GCSE Combined Science Trilogy · 8464
Specification 5.2.1.2 · Paper 3
- Revise: Ionic Bonding Mechanisms
A positively charged ion, formed when an atom loses electrons.
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GCSE Combined Science · key term
A positively charged ion. A simple cation forms when an atom loses electrons.
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Specification 5.2.1.2 · Paper 3
A positively charged ion, formed when an atom loses electrons.
Specification Ionic bonding, Electrolytic processes, Obtaining and using metals · Paper 3, Paper 4
Revise: Ionic bondingLosing electrons leaves more protons than electrons, producing a positive ion called a cation. Gaining electrons produces more electrons than protons, giving a negative ion called an anion.
A positively charged ion that moves towards the cathode during electrolysis.
A positively charged ion. A metal atom forms a cation by losing electrons.
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