Which one of the following processes results in an ionized atom?
A) A single proton has been removed.
B) A single proton has been added.
C) An electron has been removed.
D) A proton in its nucleus has been replaced by an electron.

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Ionization occurs when an atom gains or loses electrons. In option A, the atom loses one proton, which does not result in an ionized atom. Option B also does not result in ionization, as the addition of a proton would create a new element with a different number of protons in its nucleus. Option D is not possible, as a proton cannot be replaced by an electron in the nucleus. Therefore, the correct process that results in an ionized atom is option C, which involves the removal of an electron.

Which One of the Following Processes Results in an Ionized