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What is meant by the term "valence electrons"?

   What is meant by the term "valence electrons"?

General Chemistry

General Chemistry

Donald A. McQuarrie,… 4th Edition

Chapter 5, Problem 58

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09/28/2021

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Valence electrons are the electrons that are in the outermost shell of an atom. These are the electrons that are farthest from the nucleus. Show more…

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Valence Electrons

Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in chemical bonding and reactions. They determine an element's reactivity, its ability to form bonds with other atoms, and play a crucial role in the structure and properties of molecules.

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