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CHM 101 CHM 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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How many valence electrons do atoms in Group 16 have?
Options
A 4
B 5
C 6
Correct Answer
D 7
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Group 16 elements (oxygen family) have six valence electrons and typically form ions with a -2 charge.

Hint

The group number for main group elements often indicates the number of valence electrons.

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