The Valence Number Is the

question 14

Multiple Choice

The valence number is the

• A)number of protons.
• B)atomic weight.
• C)number of neutrons.
• D)number of electrons in the innermost orbital.
• E)number of electrons in the outermost orbital.

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Alderfer

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Maslow

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Growth Needs

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