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An ion with a net negative charge is known as ____
9. An ion with a net negative charge is known as ____
- Cation
- Electron
- Neutron
- Anion
Answer
The correct answer is: D) Anion
Explanation
An ion with a net negative charge is referred to as an "anion." Anions are generated when an atom obtains one or more electrons, resulting in an excess of negatively charged electrons in the nucleus relative to protons that are charged positively.