gi1ta4pNicoll gi1ta4pNicoll

01-06-2016
Physics

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When an oxygen atom forms an ion, it gains two electrons. What is the electrical charge of the oxygen ion?

A.

-1

B.

-2

C.

+2

D.

+1

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tarathebest tarathebest

01-06-2016

-2. This is because it is gaining electrons. Electrons are negative. Therefore it is a negative charge.

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