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What does the term 'valency' refer to?
What does the term 'valency' refer to?
- The number of bonds an atom can form with other atoms (correct)
- The ability of an atom to attract electrons in a chemical bond
- The ability of an atom to lose electrons and form cations
- The ability of an atom to gain electrons and form anions
In an atom, which subatomic particle is responsible for the phenomenon of electron balancing?
In an atom, which subatomic particle is responsible for the phenomenon of electron balancing?
- Proton
- Electron (correct)
- Neutron
- Quark
Which element with a valency of 3 is commonly found in compounds with oxygen?
Which element with a valency of 3 is commonly found in compounds with oxygen?
- Carbon
- Aluminum (correct)
- Sulfur
- Nitrogen
In the compound NaCl, what is the valency of sodium and chlorine, respectively?
In the compound NaCl, what is the valency of sodium and chlorine, respectively?
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Which quantum mechanical property applies to the phenomenon of electron balancing within an atom?
Which quantum mechanical property applies to the phenomenon of electron balancing within an atom?
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In the context of electron balancing in an atom, which term refers to the specific energy levels where electrons are most likely to be found?
In the context of electron balancing in an atom, which term refers to the specific energy levels where electrons are most likely to be found?
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