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An ion in solution having a positive charge. When applied to the composition of the water, it designates ions such as Ca2+, H+, and Mg2+, which are common forms. In chemical notation, the plus sign indicates the number of electrons the compound will accept. | An ion in solution having a positive charge. When applied to the composition of the water, it designates ions such as Ca2+, H+, and Mg2+, which are common forms. In chemical notation, the plus sign indicates the number of electrons the compound will accept. | ||
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Latest revision as of 18:37, 20 January 2007
An ion in solution having a positive charge. When applied to the composition of the water, it designates ions such as Ca2+, H+, and Mg2+, which are common forms. In chemical notation, the plus sign indicates the number of electrons the compound will accept.