What describes an atom that has fewer neutrons than protons and more electrons than protons?

Daniel Hilgarth asked Jan 14, 2022

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Answer: An atom that has fewer neutrons than protons and more electrons than protons is an anion.

Explanation: Electrons are negatively charged particles, therefore, there excess will be define an ion as anion

Ali Chraghi answered Jan 20, 2022

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