Chapter 11, Problem 66E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The comparison of the side of the sodium ion with sodium atom is to be predicted. The explanation for the corresponding prediction is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Every element wants to attain an electronic configuration same as noble gas configuration, to do so elements either gain electrons or lose electrons. When an atom of element gains electrons, it forms an anion. When an atom of element loses electrons, it forms a cation.