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valence electron

 
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–noun Chemistry.
an electron of an atom, located in the outermost shell (valence shell) of the atom, that can be transferred to or shared with another atom.
Origin:
1925–30
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Cultural Dictionary

valence electrons

In chemistry, those electrons found in orbits farthest from the nucleus of the atom. These electrons determine the way in which the atom will combine with other atoms, and thus determine its chemical properties.

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Medical Dictionary

Main Entry: valence electron
Function: noun
: a single electron or one of two or more electrons in the outer shell of an atom that is responsible for the chemicalproperties of the atom
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Science Dictionary
valence electron  
An electron in one of the outer shells of an atom that can participate in forming chemical bonds with other atoms.
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