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Valence Electron (Noun)

Meaning

An electron in the outer shell of an atom which can combine with other atoms to form molecules.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).

Examples

  • The valence electron is an electron in the outermost shell of an atom that can participate in the formation of chemical bonds with other atoms.
  • The number of valence electrons in an atom determines its chemical properties and how it reacts with other elements.
  • Valence electrons are responsible for the reactivity of an atom, as they can be gained, lost, or shared with other atoms to form chemical bonds.
  • The arrangement of valence electrons in an atom's outer shell plays a crucial role in determining its chemical reactivity and the types of bonds it can form.
  • The transfer of valence electrons from one atom to another is known as ionic bonding, which is a fundamental process in the formation of many compounds.

Hypernyms

  • Negatron
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