Question

Looking at the periodic table, determine the number of valence electrons present in Potassium (K).



a
3 valence electrons
b
1 valence electron
c
4 valence electrons
d
2 valence electrons

Answer 1

Potassium (K) is located in group 1 of the periodic table, which is also known as the alkali metals group. Elements in this group have one valence electron.

Therefore, the correct answer is:

**b** 1 valence electron.