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How Does The Number Of Protons Compare To The Number Of Electrons In A Cation?

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How Does The Number Of Protons Compare To The Number Of Electrons In A Cation? A positively-charged ion or cation has more protons than electrons. The proton number is the atomic number of the element, while the electron number is the atomic number minus the charge. A negatively-charged ion or anion has more electrons than