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Differentiate between simple and compound ions.


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Difference between simple and compound ions:

Simple Ions

Compound Ions

The positively or negatively charged species containing a single atom are known as simple ions.

The positively or negatively charged species containing a group of atoms are known as compound ions.

Contain only one atom.Contain two or more atoms.
Also known as monoatomic ions.Also known as polyatomic ions.
Example: lithium ion (Li+), fluoride ion (F-)Example: Ammonium ion (NH4+), Hydroxide ion (OH-).

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