Complete the sentences to identify the difference between a nonmetal atom and its anion. In an anion, there are more *blank* than *blank*, giving the anion a *blank* charge.

In nonmetal atoms, the number of *blank* and *blank* are the same and there is a *blank* charge.

key bank:

- a positive

- no net

- electrons

- protons

- a negative

- neutrons

Explanation:

In an anion, there are more electrons than protons, giving the anion a positive charge.

In nonmetal atoms, the number of electrons and protons are the same and there is a positive charge.

more protons than neutrons and the number of electrons  and blank are blank

Explanation:

the answer would be a

1. a)c-14 has two more protons

2. d)they have different numbers of protons, neutrons, and valence electrons; they are all gases at room temperature.

3. c) iron and nickel.