Valence-electron
noun, Chemistry.
1.
an electron of an atom, located in the outermost shell (valence shell) of the atom, that can be transferred to or shared with another atom.
valence electron
An electron in one of the outer shells of an atom that can participate in forming chemical bonds with other atoms.
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