Anions are atoms or molecules that have gained electrons and possess a negative charge, whereas cations have lost electrons and carry a positive charge.
Anions are negatively charged ions formed by gaining electrons, while cations are positively charged ions formed by losing electrons.
| Front | Anion and Cation |
|---|---|
| Back | Anions gain electrons Cations lose electrons |
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