Question

Explain how sodium ion is formed from sodium atom.​

Answer 1

When sodium reacts with chlorine, it transfers its one outermost electron to the chlorine atom. By losing one electron, sodium atom forms a sodium ion (Na+) and by gaining one electron, the chlorine atom forms a chloride ion (Cl-). Sodium ion has positive charge whereas chloride ions have negative charge.

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Answer 2

Answer:

When sodium reacts with chlorine, it transfers its one outermost electron to the chlorine atom. By losing one electron, sodium atom forms a sodium ion (Na+) and by gaining one electron, the chlorine atom forms a chloride ion (Cl-). Sodium ion has positive charge whereas chloride ions have negative charge

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