In the diagram,removal of one or more of this type of subatomic particle would result in the formation of a cation?
A)A
B)B
C)C
D)All of these choices.
E)None of these choices.

Question

In the diagram,removal of one or more of this type of subatomic particle would result in the formation of a cation? 
A)A 
B)B 
C)C 
D)All of these choices. 
E)None of these choices.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The subatomic particles in question are electrons. Removal of one or more electrons from an atom would result in a cation, which is a positively charged ion. In option B, there are only two electrons in the outermost shell, which means it is more likely to lose them than gain another six. Therefore, B is the best choice for the removal of electrons to form a cation. Option A and C have six and seven electrons in their outermost shells respectively, making it difficult for them to lose electrons and form cations. Hence, D and E are not the correct choices.

In the Diagram,removal of One or More of This Type