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Vocabulary Entry
anion
|noun
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N
noun
A negatively charged ion that is attracted to the anode in electrolysis.
Example Sentences
"In a battery, the anion flows towards the positive electrode."
"Chloride is an example of a common anion in chemistry."
"Anions can form through the acceptance of electrons."
"In aqueous solutions, various anions contribute to the conductivity."