The process by which an atom turns into an ion by gaining or losing electrons.<ref>Wile, Dr. Jay L. ''Exploring Creation With Chemistry''. Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc. 1998</ref>
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The process by which an [[atom]] turns into an [[ion]] by gaining or losing [[electrons]].<ref>Wile, Dr. Jay L. ''Exploring Creation With Chemistry''. Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc. 1998</ref>