Questions: How many valence electrons does Fluorine (F) have? 7 5 8 6

How many valence electrons does Fluorine (F) have?

7

5

8

6
Transcript text: How many valence electrons does Fluorine (F) have? 7 5 8 6
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Solution Steps

Step 1: Identify the Element and Its Position in the Periodic Table

Fluorine (F) is an element in the periodic table. It is located in Group 17 (also known as Group VIIA), which is the halogen group.

Step 2: Determine the Number of Valence Electrons for Group 17 Elements

Elements in Group 17 have 7 valence electrons. This is because they have five electrons in the p-orbital and two electrons in the s-orbital of their outermost shell.

Final Answer

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