The electrons present in the outermost shell of an atom are known as ________(charged electrons/ valence electrons).

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Valence electrons are the electrons that take part in the chemical reactions and result in the formation of various different types of molecules and compounds.
They are present in the outermost shell of the atom of an element also known as the valence shell.
Therefore, the electrons present in the outermost shell of an atom are known as valence electrons.

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