Question

If x denoted the number of valence electrons of a representative element then its valence is equal to:

• A. 1) x-82) x
• B. 2) x
• C. 3) 8-x
• D. 4) Both option 2 and option 3

Answer 1

The correct option is D

4) Both option 2 and option 3

Valence of representative element is usually equal to the number of valence electrons and/or equal to eight minus the number of valence electrons.