Question

Why do atom form ions?

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

Ions are formed when atoms lose or gain electrons in order to fulfill the octet rule and have full outer valence electron shells. When they lose electrons, they become positively charged and are named cations.

Answer 2

Answer:

Ions are formed by the addition to neutral atoms or molecular or other ions or removal of electrons from neutral atoms or molecular or other ions or removal