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Yes, helium only has two electrons which makes up its valence electrons (also known as an outer shell) and magnesium also has two valence electrons.

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Does helium has the same amount of electrons in its outer shell as magnesium?

No, helium has 2 electrons in its outer shell, while magnesium has 2 electrons in its outer shell. So, they do not have the same amount of electrons in their outer shell.


Does helium atom has the same number of electrons in its outer shell as in magnesium atom?

yes, both helium and magnesium have 2 valence electrons. the difference is that in helium, the 2 electrons make up an entire electron level. In Magnesium, they only make up the s orbital, or 1st electron sub-level.


Does argon has the same number of electrons in its outer shell as magnesium metal?

No. Argon has eight electrons in its outer shell and magnesium has two electrons in its outer shell.


What is the atomic number of helium's outer shell?

The outer shell of helium does not have an atomic number, that number belongs to helium itself whose atomic number is 2.


How many electrons are usually in the outer orbit of a neutral atom of magnesium?

2 electrons orbit in the outer shell. If its a neutral atom, then it will have the same number of electrons as protons. Magnesium has 12 protons and 12 electrons.


How many electrons are usually in the outer orbit of a neutral atom of magnesium Mg?

2 electrons orbit in the outer shell. If its a neutral atom, then it will have the same number of electrons as protons. Magnesium has 12 protons and 12 electrons.


How many numbers of electrons are on the outer ring of magnesium?

Magnesium has 2 electrons on its outer energy level.


The number of electrons in a helium atom?

Helium has only two electrons. It is the first noble gas in the periodic table and has a full outer electron shell.


Does calcium has the same number of electrons in its outer shell as magnesium metal?

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How many electrons are in its outer energy level for Magnesium?

There are 2 outer shell electrons in Magnesium. Remember, it's in the "s" orbital, which can only accomodate 2 electrons.


Does helium have the maximum number of valence electrons in its outer shell?

Yes it does. Helium has 2 electrons in the s orbital. A s orbital can hold a maximum of two electrons.


What is heliums number of valence electrons?

Helium has 2 valence electrons. Being in Group 18 of the periodic table, helium is a noble gas and has a full outer electron shell.