In a metal-containing compound, the metal exists as a ________.

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In a metal-containing compound, the metal exists as a positively charged ion, since metals tend to lose electrons to form cations. The other answer options are not applicable, as a negatively charged ion (A) would indicate a non-metal, a neutral atom (C) would indicate an element in its natural state, and a subatomic particle (D) would refer to either protons, neutrons, or electrons, all of which are not typically present in a compound.

In a Metal-Containing Compound, the Metal Exists as a ________