Question

multiple choice question
a charged particle that has either more or fewer electrons than protons is called a(n)

cation

anion

ion

atom

Explanation:

An ion is a charged particle. If it has more electrons than protons, it's negatively - charged (anion). If it has fewer electrons than protons, it's positively - charged (cation). An atom is neutral (equal number of protons and electrons). So the general term for a charged particle (whether more or fewer electrons than protons) is ion.

Answer:

ion