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An ion with a net negative charge is known as ____

9. An ion with a net negative charge is known as ____

1. Cation
2. Electron
3. Neutron
4. Anion

Answer

The correct answer is: D) Anion

Explanation

An ion with a net negative charge is referred to as an "anion." Anions are generated when an atom obtains one or more electrons, resulting in an excess of negatively charged electrons in the nucleus relative to protons that are charged positively.