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How can you determine the number of valence electrons in a main-group element using the periodic table?
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10. Periodic Properties of the Elements
Valence Electrons of Elements
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Where are the valence electrons located in an atom?
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Between the nucleus and the first electron shell
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In the innermost electron shell
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In the outermost electron shell
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In the nucleus
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Understand that electrons in an atom are arranged in energy levels or shells around the nucleus.
Recall that valence electrons are the electrons involved in chemical bonding and reactions.
Recognize that valence electrons are located in the outermost electron shell of an atom, which is the shell farthest from the nucleus.
Note that electrons closer to the nucleus, in inner shells, are called core electrons and do not typically participate in bonding.
Therefore, the valence electrons are not between the nucleus and the first shell, nor in the nucleus, but specifically in the outermost electron shell.
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