Question

an atom that has an electrical charge is called a(n) multiple choice element. isotope. proton. molecule. ion.

Explanation:

• An element is a pure substance made of the same type of atoms, not a charged atom.
• An isotope is an atom with the same number of protons but different neutrons, not defined by charge.
• A proton is a subatomic particle with a positive charge, not a charged atom.
• A molecule is a group of atoms bonded together, not a single charged atom.
• An ion is defined as an atom (or group of atoms) that has an electrical charge due to loss or gain of electrons, matching the description.

Answer:

E. ion.