An ion is formed
A)by either adding electrons to or subtracting electrons from the atom.
B)by either adding protons to or subtracting protons from the atom.
C)by either adding neutrons to or subtracting neutrons from the atom.
D)All of the above are true.
E)Two of the above are true.

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An ion is formed by either adding electrons to or subtracting electrons from the atom. This creates an imbalance in the number of electrons and protons, resulting in a charged particle. Adding or subtracting protons or neutrons would change the identity of the atom, creating a different element or isotope.

An Ion Is Formed