Q110Multiple choice
Science Application: An atom consists of charged particles called electrons and protons. Each proton has a charge of +1 and each electron has a charge of –1. Remember number of electrons is equal to number of protons, while answering these questions:
- (a)What is the charge on an atom?
- (b)What will be the charge on an atom if it loses an electron?
- (c)What will be the charge on an atom if it gains an electron?