Question
Which atoms tend to lose electrons to form an ion? What type of ion do they form?
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GPT 3.5
Atoms that tend to lose electrons to form an ion are typically found on the left side of the periodic table, specifically in groups 1 and 2. These are known as alkali metals (group 1) and alkaline earth metals (group 2).
When they lose electrons, these atoms form positively charged ions called cations. For example, sodium (Na), which is an alkali metal, readily loses one electron to form a sodium cation (Na+), while magnesium (Mg), an alkaline earth metal, loses two electrons to form a magnesium cation (Mg2+).
When they lose electrons, these atoms form positively charged ions called cations. For example, sodium (Na), which is an alkali metal, readily loses one electron to form a sodium cation (Na+), while magnesium (Mg), an alkaline earth metal, loses two electrons to form a magnesium cation (Mg2+).