Valence Electrons & Ions Quiz

Which of the following describes a valence electron?

• Outermost from nucleus

• Most energetic

• Determines chemical properties and bonding

• All of the above

How many valence electrons are every atom trying to obtain?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 8

Atoms with few valence electrons (1-3) tend to do what with them?

• Lose them

• Gain more

• Do nothing

Match the following valance electron trends to their correct response.

• Few valance electrons (1-3)

• Gain them

• More valence electrons (5-7)

• Keep them

• 8 valence electrons

• Lose them

• 4 valence electrons

• Lose or Gain

Which of the following elements will have 5 valence electrons?

• In

• Ge

• Sb

• Rn

• Cs

This is a correct dot diagram for neon (Ne)

• true

• false

How many electrons should sodium, atomic number 11, have around its Lewis dot model?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

This could be the dot diagram of

• Mg

• Cl

• C

• O

Which of these is correct?

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How many valence electrons should Magnesium have in its Lewis dot model?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4