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Zinc is [Ar] 3d104s2 so there are 2 valence electrons.

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it has 2 valence electron in its outer shell

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Zinc donates its two valence electrons (in the 4s sub-shell) to form its stable ions. However, in rare occasions, such as in diethylzinc, it shares those two electrons with other atoms.

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It loses 2 valance electrons.

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2 valence electrons.

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