To compare the valence electrons of francium (Fr) and barium (Ba):
- Both francium and barium are in Group 1 and Group 2 of the periodic table, respectively.
- Francium is in Period 7, and barium is in Period 6.
- Francium has 1 valence electron, while barium has 2 valence electrons.
- However, francium's valence electron is in a higher energy level (7th energy level) compared to barium's valence electrons (in the 6th energy level).
Therefore, the correct statement is: Francium has fewer valence electrons, but they are in a higher energy level.