ion
Definition
Atom or molecule having a positive charge (is an 'anion') or a negative charge (is a 'cation') due to loss or gain of electrons during a chemical action or exposure to some types of radiation. Ions behave very differently from the atoms or molecules they are formed from.
ion is in the Industries, Manufacturing, & Technology subject.
ion appears in the definitions of the following terms:
nitrate (NO3),
mole,
metal,
base,
chlorides,
deionized water,
ion exchange,
acid,
electrolyte,
complex
and
ion appears in the other term: ionization
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