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If an atom of Bromine (Br) becomes an ion, which of the following does it most likely form?

ABr+
BBr7+
CBr-
DBr7-

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An atom of Bromine (Br) forms an ion and becomes Br⁻

Explanation:

  • Atoms of elements gain or lose electron(s) to attain a stable configuration and form ions.
  • When an atom gains electron(s) it forms a negatively charged ion called an anion.
  • For example, Bromine is a halogen and its atom requires to gain one electron to attain stability and form a bromine ion (Br⁻).
  • When an atom loses electron(s) it forms a positively charged ion called a cation.
  • For instance, atoms of calcium(Ca) requires to lose two electrons to attain stability and form calcium ion (Ca²⁺).

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