The number of valence shell electrons in an atom with atomic number 26 is

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Solution

The correct option is A
8

The atomic number of the given element is 26.
The electronic configuration of the element will be K, L, M, N
2, 8, 8, 8
In the given element, N-shell is the valence shell and it contains 8 electrons.
Hence, the number of valence shell electrons is 8
hence, option A is correct.

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