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29 April, 21:42

The formation of a cation and an anion is indicative of a (n) :

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  1. 29 April, 21:43
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    Cations (positively-charged ions) and anions (negatively-charged ions) are formed when a metal loses electrons, and a nonmetal gains those electrons. The electrostatic attraction between the positives and negatives brings the particles together and creates an ionic compound, such as sodium chloride.
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