Final answer:
The question presents conflicting information about the charges of X and Y, making it difficult to provide a definitive answer without clarification. However, based on the individual charges presented, answer B) X is a proton, and Y is an electron, could be correct if we consider X and Y separately, but answer D) X is a neutron, and Y is a proton is plausible if we consider them without reference to their earlier states.
Step-by-step explanation:
To address the question regarding the charges of objects X and Y, we need to understand that atomic charge is determined by the number of protons minus the number of electrons. An anion is an atom that has gained one or more electrons, resulting in a negative charge, while a cation is an atom that has lost one or more electrons, resulting in a positive charge.
Given that Y has a positive charge and later is described as having a neutral charge, and X has a positive charge and then is described as having a negative charge, the correct answer would be B) X is a proton, and Y is an electron. This is because protons have a positive charge and electrons have a negative charge. However, the statements provided seem to have contradictory information regarding the charges of X and Y, so there may be an error in the question as stated. It is important to note that, without further context or clarification, providing a definitive answer is challenging due to conflicting information about the charges of X and Y.
Nonetheless, if we assume that the charges of X and Y are to be taken individually without reference to their earlier states (positively charged X, neutral Y), then D) X is a neutron, and Y is a proton might be a plausible answer since neutrons are neutral, and protons are positively charged.