Multiple Choice
Which of the following sets of elements all have exactly one valence electron (simplified main-group rule)?
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9. Electrons in Atoms and the Periodic Table
Valence Electrons of Elements (Simplified)
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How many valence electrons does a chlorine atom (Cl) have?
A
7
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1
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6
D
8
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Identify the group number of chlorine (Cl) in the periodic table. Chlorine is in Group 17, also known as the halogens.
Recall that the group number for main-group elements corresponds to the number of valence electrons for that element.
Since chlorine is in Group 17, it has 7 valence electrons.
Understand that valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom and are important for chemical bonding.
Therefore, chlorine has 7 valence electrons, which explains its chemical reactivity and tendency to gain one electron to complete its octet.
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