Question

question 13 (1 point) which of the following statements is false? 1) the nucleus of an atom has protons and neutrons and constitute the mass of the atom 2) according to daltons atomic theory, atoms of any given element are all identical except isotopes 3) for isotopes, the number of electrons and protons will be the same, but number neutrons will be different. 4) cations are formed when atoms gain electrons

Explanation:

Cations are formed when atoms lose electrons, not gain them. Anions are formed when atoms gain electrons. Statements 1 - 3 are correct facts about atomic structure and isotopes.

Answer:

1. Cations are formed when atoms gain electrons