Question

what is a cation? a a molecule that contains two or more elements. b a negatively charged ion. c a positively charged ion. d a neutral ion.

Explanation:

In chemistry, a cation is defined as a positively - charged ion. An ion is an atom or molecule with a net electric charge due to the loss or gain of electrons. When an atom loses one or more electrons, it has more protons than electrons and becomes positively charged, forming a cation.

Answer:

C. A positively charged ion.