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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Electric Charge

Question 1 • FL-2003310-Physical Science

Which ion is formed when an atom of fluorine (F) gains one electron?

Answer
A
F–1
B
F–2
C
F+1
D
F+2

Explanation

An electron has a negative charge. When a neutral fluorine atom gains one electron, it gains one extra negative charge and becomes an ion with a −1 charge. Therefore, the ion is F−1, choice A.

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