Question

which phrase describes a valence electron? (1 point)
o an electron in the innermost orbit of an atom
o an electron in the outer energy level of an atom
o any negatively charged particle in an atom
o an electron that has been removed from an atom

Explanation:

Valence electrons are electrons in the outermost energy level of an atom, which participate in chemical bonding.

Answer:

an electron in the outer energy level of an atom