When a potassium atom forms an ion, it loses one electron. What is the electrical charge of the potassium ion? A. -2 B. -1 C. +2 D. +1

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When a potassium atom forms an ion, it loses one electron. What is the electrical charge of the potassium ion?

A.
-2

B.
-1

C.
+2

D.
+1

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When a potassium atom forms an ion, it loses one electron, [ the electrical charge of the potassium ion is +1. ]

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