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what is an ion?
o an atom that has gained or lost electrons
o an atom with an unstable nucleus
o an atom with too many or too few neutrons
o an atom that emits radiation
Brief Explanations
An ion is formed when an atom gains or loses electrons, resulting in a charged particle. An atom with an unstable nucleus is a radioactive - atom. An atom with too many or too few neutrons may be an isotope or an unstable atom. An atom that emits radiation is also related to radioactivity.
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An atom that has gained or lost electrons