What characteristic is true of a positively charged ion?

Question

A. A positively charged ion possesses fewer protons than electrons.
B. Typically, a positively charged ion is an element that is nonmetallic.
C. A positively charged ion is created when an atom loses electrons.
D. A positively charged ion is formed when an atom gains electrons.

Answer 1

The correct characteristic true of a positively charged ion is:

C. A positively charged ion is created when an atom loses electrons.

This is because when an atom loses one or more electrons, it has more protons than electrons, resulting in a positive charge.