Question
Question: What is ionization...
What is ionization
A
Adding neutrons to an atom
B
Removing neutrons from an atom
C
Adding protons to an atom
D
Removing electrons from an atom
E
Removing protons from an atom
Answer
Removing electrons from an atom
Explanation
Solution
Ionization means formation of ions. Ionization is the process in which an atom or molecule loses or gains electrons to form an ion. A cation is an ion formed due to losing electrons and therefore, it is positively charged. An anion is an ion formed due to gaining electrons and thus, it is negatively charged. Therefore, ionization is removing electrons from an atom.