Conceptual Physical Science (6th Edition)
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Author: Paul G. Hewitt, John A. Suchocki, Leslie A. Hewitt
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 15, Problem 8RCQ
Suppose an oxygen atom gains two electrons to become an oxygen ion. What is its electric charge?
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