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Yes. Example of atomic cation is Na+. Example of atomic anion is Cl-. Example of molecular cation is NH4+. Example of molecular anion is NO3-.

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Q: Can atomic and molecular ions be cations or anions?
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How do you tell apart cations and anions?

cations, positively charged ions, can be told from anions, negatively charged ions, bysize--cations are smaller then the average atomic mass of the element --anions are largertype--cations are made from metals --anions are non-metalsorder--cations are always listed first in a chemical equation


Are anions and cations ion?

Yes. Anions are negative ions and cations are positive ions.


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What is the name of the following ions?

Cations -- which are positive ions -- and anions, which are negative ions.


Are a vast majority of polyatomic ions cations?

No. Most polyatomic ions are anions.


What suffix is use to indicate an ion?

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What kind of ions are attracted to each other?

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How are salts and ions related?

Salts contain cations and anions.


What type of ions form an ionic compound?

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