Question

“atoms and ions differ in their physical as well as chemical properties.” Give example to

Support this statement.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Atoms are neutral; they contain the same number of protons as electrons. ... By adding one more electron we get a negatively charged Cl- ion with a net charge of -1. The gain or loss of electrons by an atom to form negative or positive ions has an enormous impact on the chemical and physical properties of the atom