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Which of the following statements is true?

  • A. Ions are formed by adding or removing protons or electrons.
  • B. Scientists believe that solids are mostly open space.
  • C. Heating water with a Bunsen burner results in a 2:1 mixture of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
  • D. At least two of the above statements (A-C) are true
Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Ions are formed by adding or removing protons or electrons. This statement is true because ions are formed when an atom gains or loses one or more electrons, resulting in a positive or negative charge. This process does not involve changing the number of protons in the nucleus.

Choice B is incorrect because solids are composed of closely packed atoms or molecules, not open space. Choice C is incorrect because heating water with a Bunsen burner does not result in a 2:1 mixture of hydrogen and oxygen gases, but rather breaks down water into hydrogen and oxygen molecules. Choice D is incorrect as only statement A is true.