noun
- Plural of kation; positively charged ions formed when an atom or molecule loses one or more electrons.
Usage: chemistry term; also spelled 'cations' (more common modern spelling)
Examples
- In the salt solution, kations and anions move toward opposite electrodes.
- Sodium kations are essential for nerve and muscle function in the body.
- The experiment demonstrated how kations migrate through the electrolyte.
- Calcium kations play a crucial role in bone formation.