ion
Plural
ions
1
a particle with a net electric charge due to loss or gain of one or more electrons
- Sodium ions (Na⁺) and chloride ions (Cl⁻) combine to form table salt.
- The battery generates power by moving ions between its electrodes.
- Calcium ions (Ca²⁺) are essential for muscle contraction.
- The scientist studied how ions behave in plasma.
- Water conducts electricity because it contains dissolved ions.