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The transition metals are the group on the Periodic Table that forms ions with different charges. This is because the transition metals cannot easily gain a stable electron configuration. Some of the transition metals, such as silver, do form only one ion, however. wtf why is this here ???? bixth

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Are cations metals?

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Cations are positive.


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Metals usually form from what types of ions?

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Yes, when ions carry a positive charge, they are called cations. This occurs when an atom loses one or more electrons, resulting in a net positive charge. Cations are often formed by metals, which tend to lose electrons easily. In contrast, ions that carry a negative charge are called anions, formed when an atom gains electrons.


What types of ions do metals form in an ionic bond?

Metals typically form positive ions (cations) in an ionic bond. This is because metals tend to lose electrons from their outermost energy level to achieve a stable configuration, resulting in a positive charge.


How do ions in metals behave?

Metals form positive ions (cations).


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