1) calculate the number of valence electrons in water, h₂o. valence electrons
1) calculate the number of valence electrons in water, h₂o. valence electrons
Answer
Explanation:
Step1: Determine valence electrons for each atom
Hydrogen ((H)) has (1) valence electron. Oxygen ((O)) has (6) valence electrons.
Step2: Calculate total valence electrons
In (H_2O), there are (2) (H) atoms and (1) (O) atom. Total valence electrons (= (2\times1)+6) [ \begin{align*} &=2 + 6\ &=8 \end{align*} ]
Answer:
(8)