Question

difference between atom and ion? (plz give 5 points)

Answer 1

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Atom:- An atom is the smallest constituent unit of ordinary matter that has the properties of a chemical element. Every solid, liquid, gas, and plasma is composed of neutral or ionized atoms. Atoms are extremely small; typical sizes are around 100 picometers.

Ion:- An ion is an atom or molecule that has a non-zero net electrical charge. A cation is a positively-charged ion, while an anion is negatively charged. Therefore, a cation molecule has a hydrogen proton without its electron, and an anion has an extra electron.

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Answer 2

1. An Atom is the smallest and an indivisible unit of matter. Ions are Atoms with an electrical charge.
2. In an Atom the number of electrons and protons will be equal while in an ion they would be unequal.
3. An Atom can take part in a chemical reaction while an ion cannot.
4. An ion can exist independently while an Atom cannot.
5. Atoms are generally unstable while Ions are stable.
6. Atoms combine to form a molecule while Ions form an electrovalent bond.