Which of the following is an example of when an anion is formed? (1 point)

Responses

When the number of neutrons is halved
When the number of neutrons is halved

When an Alkali Metal loses an electron
When an Alkali Metal loses an electron

When Fluorine (F) gains an electron to bond
When Fluorine (F) gains an electron to bond

When any elements number of electrons changes
When any elements number of electrons changes

1 answer

An anion is formed when an atom gains electrons. Therefore, the correct response is:

When Fluorine (F) gains an electron to bond.

This process results in a negatively charged ion, which is an anion.