MCQ
An anion carries negative charge because :
- AAnion has more protons than electrons
- ✓Anion has more electrons than protons
- CAnion has more neutron than electrons
- DAnion has positive charge and has instability
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Answer
Correct option: B.
Anion has more electrons than protons
(b) Anion has more electrons than protons
Explanation : When an atom gains an extra electron in its valence shell, it acquires negative charge and hence, forms an anion.
Explanation : When an atom gains an extra electron in its valence shell, it acquires negative charge and hence, forms an anion.
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