Question

patterns of properties quick check 2 of 5 what are valence electrons? (1 point) electrons that are shared between atoms the electrons in an atoms outermost energy level the electrons surrounding an atoms nucleus electrons that are exchanged between atoms

Explanation:

Valence electrons are defined as the electrons present in the outermost energy level of an atom. They are crucial for chemical bonding as they participate in the formation of chemical bonds with other atoms. Electrons shared between atoms are involved in covalent - bonding but don't fully define valence electrons. All electrons around a nucleus include non - valence ones too. Electrons exchanged between atoms are related to ionic bonding but not the general definition of valence electrons.

Answer:

the electrons in an atom's outermost energy level