Question

1 ion comes from a greek word that means \going\ or \something that goes.\ in the 1800s, a chemist named michael faraday began to use the term ion to describe certain particles. based on the words origins, what is most likely true of ions? a they are usually found in cold, heavy solids b they are active, likely to participate in reactions c they are stable, rarely reacting with each other d they are difficult to move once they form

Explanation:

The word "ion" comes from a Greek word meaning "going" or "something that goes". This implies movement and activity. In chemistry, ions are charged particles. Active particles are more likely to participate in chemical reactions. Option B aligns with the idea of movement/activity from the word's origin. Option A: No indication from the word origin about cold - heavy solids. Option C: "Stable" contradicts the idea of "going"/activity. Option D: "Difficult to move" also contradicts the word's meaning.

Answer:

B. They are active, likely to participate in reactions