Ions form when atoms gain or lose valence electrons to achieve an outermost energy level (or shell) that is isoelectronic with the nearest noble gas. True False

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Romeo Harmon

Chemistry

4 September, 20:37

Ions form when atoms gain or lose valence electrons to achieve an outermost energy level (or shell) that is isoelectronic with the nearest noble gas. True False

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Barney · Answer 1

I think the correct answer would be true. Ions are formed when electrons are lose are gained. An atom that gain electrons would be called a cation. However, when electrons are lose it is called the anion. Hope this answers the question.