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An electron in the outermost energy level of an atom is a?
The outermost electrons are called VALENCE electrons.
When is electron a valence electron?
A valence electron is one that occupies the highest energy level for any electron in a particular neutral atom. (There may be more than one such electron in a single atom.) It is an electron in the outermost shell of the atom.
How many valence electrons does an atom of potassium have?
4
What is the difference between a electron and a valence electron?
While electrons can be on any layer, a valence electron is an electron that is found in the outermost layer of an atom and that determines the atom's chemical properties.
Is a valence electron the same thing as a electron?
Yes, but valence electrons are always in the outer electron shell of an atom.
What do the electrons in an electron dot structure represent?
It represents the number of valence electrons in the atom.
What are the electrons in the outer shell of an atom called?
valence electrons
Where are the valence electrones located in an atom?
On the outermost (or valence) electron shell.
How can an atom that has five valence electron achieve a full set of valence electron?
i don't really now
Does valence electron of an atom exceed 4?
no
What is a valence electon?
an electron of an atom, located in the outermost shell (valence shell) of the atom, that can be transferred to or shared with another atom.
How many valence electron are needed for an atom to be stable?
It depends on the atom. List what element the atom is from.
