When atoms of elements on the left side of the periodic table ionize, they tend to

A. add neutrons and therefore become megaions.
B. gain protons and therefore become anions.
C. gain electrons and therefore become anions.
D. lose electrons and therefore become cations.
E. lose protons and therefore become cations.


Answer: D

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