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Ion

usgb/ˈaɪən,ˈaɪɑːn/Volume
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Electric Charge

Ions have an electric charge, making them important in electricity and reactions.

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In salt water, the sodium and chloride ions conduct electricity.
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Common Types

The most common ions are cations with a positive charge and anions with a negative charge.

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Sodium is a common cation, while chlorine is a common anion.
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Scientific Context

Ions are often discussed in science classes or texts, not everyday conversation.

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We'll need to calculate the number of magnesium ions in this solution.
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