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Valence Electrons of Elements (Simplified) quiz #2 Flashcards

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Valence Electrons of Elements (Simplified) quiz #2
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  • How many valence electrons does a fluorine atom have?
    A fluorine atom has 7 valence electrons.
  • How many valence electrons does a chlorine atom have?
    A chlorine atom has 7 valence electrons.
  • How many valence electrons are in an atom of fluorine?
    An atom of fluorine has 7 valence electrons.
  • How many valence electrons does oxygen have?
    Oxygen has 6 valence electrons.
  • How many valence electrons does sodium have?
    Sodium has 1 valence electron.
  • How many valence electrons does each atom of arsenic have?
    Each atom of arsenic has 5 valence electrons.
  • How does an atom react chemically?
    An atom reacts chemically based on the number of its valence electrons.
  • How many valence electrons does aluminum have?
    Aluminum has 3 valence electrons.
  • How many valence electrons are in the element neon?
    Neon has 8 valence electrons.
  • How many valence electrons are in a chlorine atom?
    A chlorine atom has 7 valence electrons.
  • How can you determine how many valence electrons an element has?
    For main group elements, the number of valence electrons equals the group number on the periodic table.
  • How do you find valence electrons using the periodic table?
    For main group elements, the group number indicates the number of valence electrons.
  • What part of the atom is responsible for bonding?
    The valence electrons are responsible for bonding.
  • What determines an atom's reactivity?
    An atom's reactivity is determined by the number of its valence electrons.
  • What are inner core electrons?
    Inner core electrons are electrons that are not in the outermost shell and do not participate in chemical bonding.
  • How is the total number of electrons in a neutral atom determined?
    The total number of electrons in a neutral atom equals its atomic number.
  • What is the relationship between atomic number and electrons in a neutral atom?
    In a neutral atom, the atomic number equals the total number of electrons.
  • How are valence electrons and inner core electrons related to the total electrons in an atom?
    The total number of electrons in an atom equals the sum of its valence electrons and inner core electrons.
  • Where are valence electrons located in an atom?
    Valence electrons are located in the outermost shell of an atom.
  • Why are valence electrons important in chemistry?
    Valence electrons are important because they determine an atom's chemical properties and its ability to form bonds.