Question

An atom becomes an ion when there are

Question options:


unequal numbers of protons and electrons


equal number of protons, neutrons, and electrons


a different number of neutrons than protons


equal numbers of protons and electrons

Answer 1

Unequal number of protons and electrons

Step-by-step explanation:

When an atom loses or gains electrons, this affects its charge, thus creating it an ion (a charged atom)!