Question

When the proton number and electron number are unequal, the atom or molecule __________.

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becomes part of a molecule

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forms a covalent bond with another atom

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is an ion

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gains or loses a proton

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gains or loses a neutron

Answer 1

When the proton number and electron number are unequal, the atom or molecule **is an ion**.