An Atom with 3 Electrons in Its Outermost (Valence) Shell

question 51

Multiple Choice

An atom with 3 electrons in its outermost (valence) shell may have a total of __________electrons altogether.

• A) 8
• B) 3
• C) 17
• D) 13

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