How many valence electrons do the elements in column 4 have? Are these elements very reactive?

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Makovka662 [10]2 years ago

4 0

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Explanation: Elements in group 14 have 4 valence electrons. Meaning that to achieve a stable octet they need to either gain or lose 4 electrons in total. That would take significantly more energy than other elements, e.g., group 1 (alkaline metals) or group 17 (halogens.)

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