Chapter 4.1 · Simulation 1

Ion Charge Finder

How to use: Click an element. Add or remove electrons on the outer shell until it is full. Read the charge.

1. Pick an element

Columns are group numbers. Group 14 atoms mostly share electrons, so they do not make simple ions.

2. Fill the outer shell

Pick an element
Electron bin: drag from here
Drag an electron off the shell to remove it. You can also tap an electron or an empty spot.
Protons: –
Electrons: –
Charge: –
Ion: –
Click an element on the table to start.

3. My results

ElementValence e−Gained or lost?Ion

Reset clears the atom. Clear table removes your recorded rows.