Question

what charge would an ion have if it had more electrons than protons?
a. it would have a net positive charge.
b. it would have no charge.
c. it would have a net negative charge.
d. it would be neutral, since electrons would be outside the nucleus.

Explanation:

Protons have a positive charge (\(+1\)) and electrons have a negative charge (\(-1\)). If there are more electrons than protons, the negative charges will out - weigh the positive charges. For example, if there are \(3\) protons (\(+3\) charge) and \(5\) electrons (\(-5\) charge), the net charge is \(+3+( - 5)=-2\).

Answer:

C. It would have a net negative charge.