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What happens when an atom loses an electron?
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A. It has a decrease in the number of neutrons.
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B. It has an increase in the number of protons.
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C. It becomes a negative ion.
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User Jfclavette
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Answer: It becomes a positive ion

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer:

The right answer is not here, but I will tell you what it could be.

Step-by-step explanation:

If an atom loses an electron, it becomes a positive ion.

The only other thing I can think of is if an atom gains a negative electron, it becomes a negative ion...Let me know if this helps..

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