Difference Between Atom And Ion

 7 Differences Between Atom And Ion

S.NO.	Atom	Ion
1.	An atom is a neutral particle, meaning it has the same number of protons and electrons.	An ion is a charged particle, meaning it has more or fewer electrons than protons.
2.	Atoms are the basic units of elements.	Ions can be atoms or molecules that have gained or lost electrons.
3.	Atoms are neutral and do not interact with other atoms based on their charge.	Ions have a positive or negative charge and interact with other ions based on their charge.
4.	Atoms are stable and do not change their identity or properties.	Ions can be created or destroyed through chemical reactions.
5.	Atoms have a fixed number of protons and neutrons in the nucleus.	Ions can gain or lose protons and neutrons through nuclear reactions.
6.	Atoms are represented by atomic symbols and atomic numbers.	Ions are represented by their elemental symbol and charge.
7.	Atoms are found in various states of matter, including solids, liquids, and gases.	Ions are typically found in ionic compounds, which are solids at room temperature.

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