Question

When atoms gain electrons they become ions with a (positive/ negative) charge.

A) Positive
B) Negative
C) Neutral
D) Variable

Answer 1

When atoms gain electrons, they become ions with a negative charge.

Step-by-step explanation:

When atoms gain electrons, they become ions with a negative charge. For example, chlorine gains one electron and becomes CI¯, while oxygen gains two electrons and becomes O²-.