Question

Fill in the blanks :

1. If an atom gains an electron, it is called an............. 

2. If an atom loses an electron, it acquires ............... a charge.

3. A charged particle is called an.............

4. An............. is electrically neutral.

5. An excess of electrons produces a..............charge.

6. A deficiency of electrons produces a.............. charge.

Answer 1

1. If an atom gains an electron, it is called an anion

2. If an atom loses an electron, it acquires positive a charge.

3. A charged particle is called an ion

4. An atom is electrically neutral.

5. An excess of electrons produces a negative charge.

6. A deficiency of electrons produces a positive charge.