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Also, kation.
Origin:
1825–35; < Greek katión going down (neuter of katiṓn, present participle of kateînai), equivalent to kat- cat- + -i- go + -on neuter present participle suffix
1825–35; < Greek katión going down (neuter of katiṓn, present participle of kateînai), equivalent to kat- cat- + -i- go + -on neuter present participle suffix
Related forms
cat·i·on·i·cal·ly, adverb
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Cations
is always a great word to know.
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cation  (kāt'ī'ən) Pronunciation Key
An ion with net positive charge, having more protons than electrons. In electrolysis, cations migrate to a negatively charged cathode. Compare anion. |
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