When an atom of sodium in the surface of the sun has two electrons removed, then
A) it has a negative charge.
B) it is a positive ion susceptible to acceleration in solar magnetic fields.
C) it is a negatively charged rubidium atom.
D) it becomes aluminum.

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When an atom of sodium has two electrons removed, it becomes a positively charged ion (Na+). This ion would be susceptible to acceleration in solar magnetic fields. Option A is incorrect because the ion has a positive charge. Option C is incorrect because the ion is not a rubidium atom. Option D is incorrect because the ion does not become aluminum.

When an Atom of Sodium in the Surface of the Sun