How Many Valence Electrons Are in a Chlorine Atom and a Chloride

question 176

Multiple Choice

How many valence electrons are in a chlorine atom and a chloride ion?

• A)1 and 8,respectively
• B)7 and 8,respectively
• C)8 and 7,respectively
• D)17 and 18,respectively
• E)none of the above

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