Which of the following statements about ions is NOT CORRECT? A. Anions are negative ions.
B. Anions are formed when an atom loses electrons.
C. Neutral atoms always have the same number of protons as electrons.
D. Cations are positive ions.

B. Anions are formed when an atom loses electrons.

metals are good conductor of electricity. it has free electrons on their surface. according to electron pool theory, each atom present in a metal crystal losses all of its valence electron and as a result a pool of free is form. these pool of electrons are free to move and   conduct electricity easily   while making metal as good conductor.

the correct answer is a. the ability of electrons to flow throughout the metal.

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