Question

What must happen in order to convert an atom into an ion

Answer 1

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In order to convert an atom into an ion, electrons must be added or removed from the atom. This process can occur through the gaining of electrons, known as ionization, or the losing of electrons, known as electron donation. This results in the atom either acquiring a negative charge (anion) or a positive charge (cation).