A particle that contains 9 protons, 10 neutrons and 10 electrons is

A.

positive ion

B.

neutral atom of a metal

C.

neutral atom of a non-metal

D.

negative ion

Correct answer is D

protons = 9

neutrons = 10

electrons = 10

Electronic configuration = 2, 8

Ground state Electronic configuration=2, 7

It means that the atom has gained an electron thereby making it have a negative ion.

When an atom donates an electron, it becomes positively charged.

When an atom accepts an electron, it becomes negatively charged