noun
- a negatively charged ion that is attracted to the anode in electrolysis
Usage: chemistry
Examples
- Chloride is a common anion found in salt water.
- During electrolysis, anions move toward the positive electrode.
- The anion has gained one or more electrons.
- Sulfate is an anion with a charge of negative two.
- Scientists studied the behavior of anions in the solution.
- The anion exchange resin removes unwanted ions from water.