Question

Electrons located in the outermost shell of an atom are called

Answer 1

the outermost electron located in the outermost shell of an atom is called valence electrons. Valence electrons participate in formation of chemical bond if the outer shell are not closed. IN a covalent bond both share contribute one valence electron.

Answer 2

Electrons located in the outermost shell of an atom are called valence electrons. The outermost electrons are involved in chemical reactions. The electrons in the outer shell determine the reactivity of the element. For example, potassium (2,8,8,1) has one valence electron.