cation
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
An ion with a positive electrical charge, formed when an atom loses one or more electrons.
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Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Sodium forms a _____ when it loses a single electron."
Answer: cation
In your own words, what does "cation" mean?
An ion with a positive electrical charge, formed when an atom loses one or more electrons.
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