Chemistry

Question

6. Make a rule: If you knew the number of valence electrons in a nonmetal atom, how would

you determine the valence of the element? (Hint: Ignore hydrogen for now.)

Answer

The valence of a nonmetal atom is equal to the number of valence electrons.

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The valence of an element is the number of electrons in the outermost shell of its atom. Nonmetal atoms typically have a full outer shell,...