This post is from a low-reputation account and contains an unverified outbound link. Be cautious before clicking external links.

Valence Electrons and Free Electrons

bdshosen(27)
Published in
#busy
Words
65
Reading
1 min
Listen
Play
8y

elctronics.png


Valence Electrons



Nucleus-valence-electron.jpg

The electrons in the outermost orbit of an atom are known as valence electrons. An electron in one of the outer shells of an atom that can participate in forming chemical bonds with other atoms.


Free Electrons



free-electrons.png

The valence electrons which are very loosely attached to the nucleus and free to move when external energy is applied are known as free electrons.


#Electronics_002

Valence Electrons and Free Electrons | Ecency