Question

When combining with nonmetallic atoms, metallic atoms generally will
A) Lose electrons and forms cations
B) Gain electrons and forms anions
C) Lose electrons and forms anions
D) Gain electrons and forms cations

Answer 1

A) lose electrons and form cations

Answer 2

Answer:

As the ionization energy of te metals are very low, so they can easily lose electrons and form positively charged ion called cations.