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  • When combining with nonmetallic atoms, metallic atoms generally will


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  • A. Lose electrons and forms cations
  • B. Gain electrons and forms anions
  • C. Lose electrons and forms anions
  • D. Gain electrons and forms cations

  • Correct Answer
  • Lose electrons and forms cations 

    Explanation

    When combining with nonmetallic atoms, metallic atoms generally will Lose electrons and forms cations.

     

    As the ionization energy of te metals are very low, so they can easily lose electrons and form positively charged ion called cations.

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