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How does the number of protons compare to the number of
electrons in a cation?

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A positively-charged ion or cation has more protons than electrons. The proton number is the atomic number of the element, while the electron number is the atomic number minus the charge. A negatively-charged ion or anion has more electrons than protons. ... The number of electrons is the atomic number added to the charge.

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