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A positive ion (cation) is formed from a neutral atom when which of the following occurs?

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1The atom ejects protons out of its nucleus
2The atom gains extra protons in its nucleus
3The atom loses one or more of its electrons✓
4The atom gains extra electrons from outside

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The atom loses one or more of its electrons

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