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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

cations

/kætɪənz/ noun · British & US
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What does cations mean?

noun

Cations are positively charged ions, typically formed when an atom loses one or more electrons. This process is known as ionization.

Example

"The chemist studied the properties of cations in various compounds to understand their reactivity."

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