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1.Electrons in the outer energy shell that may participate in chemical reactions are called the_____ electrons.

a.noble gas b.core c.inert d.valence

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Valence electrons are the electrons on the outer shells that can be shared with other elements.
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Answer:

d valance electrons

Step-by-step explanation:

Valence electrons are outer shell electrons with an atom and can participate in the formation of chemical bonds. In single covalent bonds, typically both atoms in the bond contribute one valence electron in order to form a shared pair.

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