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29 December, 18:24

An atom has the following electron configuration. 1s^2 2s^2 2p^6 3s^2 3p^4 How any valence electrons does this atom have?

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  1. 29 December, 18:34
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    6.

    Explanation:

    The valence electrons are those in the outer shells 3s and 3p, so it is 2 + 4 = 6.
  2. 29 December, 18:54
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    6 electron valence

    Explanation:

    the last shell corresponds to the valence shell. so the electrons contain in there are the electrons valence. 2 for s orbital and 4 for p orbital.
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