Using the periodic table, identify which of the following elements has two valence electrons.(1 point)

Responses

chlorine
chlorine

calcium
calcium

hydrogen
hydrogen

oxygen

1 answer

The element that has two valence electrons is calcium. Calcium is located in Group 2 of the periodic table, which means it has two valence electrons.

The other options have the following valence electrons:

  • Chlorine has seven valence electrons.
  • Hydrogen has one valence electron.
  • Oxygen has six valence electrons.