Question

question 8 of 25 which element contains the same number of valence electrons as carbon (c)? a. n b. be c. al d. si

Explanation:

Elements in the same group of the periodic table have the same number of valence electrons. Carbon (C) is in Group 14. Silicon (Si) is also in Group 14. Nitrogen (N) is in Group 15, Beryllium (Be) is in Group 2, and Aluminum (Al) is in Group 13.

Answer:

D. Si