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The transition metals.
Copper (Cu) has 2 valence electrons. It is located in the middle group of elements, called Transition Metals, and all transition metals have 2 valence electrons...hope that helped! =D
Transition Metals! ^-^ http://chemistry.about.com/library/blperiodictable.htm
Transition metals
Transition metals have a complex arrangement of electrons.
The valence electrons are added to d orbitals in the case of transition metals (or d block elements).
These elements are known as transition metals or d-block elements
Transition elements are characterized by the presence of electrons in the d orbitals. These elements typically exhibit variable oxidation states and are known for their ability to form colorful compounds. They are located in the d-block of the periodic table.
Group 2 elements are actually called alkaline earth metals, not transition elements. Transition elements are found in the d-block of the periodic table and have partially filled d orbitals. Alkaline earth metals get their name because they form alkaline solutions when they react with water and are found in the earth's crust.
These elements to transition metals. The electrons are filled in the d-orbitals. Most of the elements have unpaired electrons and hence are paramagnetic.
Actually, it's the other way around. Electrons of transition metals fill d-sublevels, while electrons of inner transition metals fill f-sublevels. Inner transition metals are located in the f-block of the periodic table, while transition metals are located in the d-block.
The elements that are characterized by the presence of an incomplete d sublevel are called transition metals. They are found in the d-block of the periodic table and show variability in oxidation states due to the availability of electrons in the d sublevel.