Question

In terms of electrons why does a cation have a positive charge

Answer 1

Because a CATION is a name for a POSITIVE ION and it is given that name if an atom loses an electron.

Also the roman numerals after a transition metals name tell u its charge E. G. Iron(II) will have the charge Fe2+

Answer 2

Answer:

A cation has more protons than electrons, consequently giving it a net positive charge. For a cation to form, one or more electrons must be lost, typically pulled away by atoms with a stronger affinity for them.

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