A metal is an element that readily forms ____________
1: Positive ions
2: Cations
3: Negative ions
4: Both 1 & 2
Answers
Answer : Positive ions.
Explanation: The degree of ionization of the plasma depends strongly on the electron density and energy distribution in the gas.ion, any atom or group of atoms that bears one or more positive or negative electrical charges. Positively charged ions are called cations; negatively charged ions, anions. Ions are formed by the addition of electrons to, or the removal of electrons from, neutral atoms or molecules or other ions; by combination of ions with other particles; or by rupture of a covalent bond between two atoms in such a way that both of the electrons of the bond are left in association with one of the formerly bonded atoms. Examples of these processes include the reaction of a sodium atom with a chlorine atom to form a sodium cation and a chloride anion;
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