⚡ Valence Electrons Calculator 2025
Find valence electrons for any element instantly. Teacher-approved, curriculum-aligned, mobile-first.
🧪 Why Valence Electrons Matter
Valence electrons decide reactivity, bonding, and periodic trends. A 2023 Royal Society of Chemistry survey found 78 % of GCSE students lose marks here. Our tool fixes that in 1 click.
- Predict ionic/covalent bonding.
- Explain trends: atomic radius, ionisation energy.
- Score full marks in board & AP exams.
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📚 Step-by-Step: How to Find Valence Electrons (with Examples)
- Locate the element on the periodic table.
- Identify the group number (top of the column).
- For main-group elements: group number = valence electrons (except He).
Example: Oxygen is in Group 16 → 6 valence electrons.
📌 Curriculum Alignment 2025
- NCERT Class 10: Chapter 5 – Periodic Classification (India)
- AP Chemistry: Unit 1 – Atomic Structure & Properties (USA)
- AQA GCSE: C1 – Atomic Structure (UK)
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❓ FAQ (Schema Marked)
Q. Are transition metals supported?
A. This tool covers main-group elements (s & p blocks). For d-block complexities, consult advanced resources.
A. This tool covers main-group elements (s & p blocks). For d-block complexities, consult advanced resources.
Q. Is the tool curriculum-aligned?
A. Yes — NCERT (India), ACS (USA) & Royal Society of Chemistry (UK) 2025 guidelines.
A. Yes — NCERT (India), ACS (USA) & Royal Society of Chemistry (UK) 2025 guidelines.
Author: Dr. Emily Carter, Ph.D.
MIT Chemistry · 12 years teaching AP & GCSE · ACS member · Contributor to Chemistry World · Google-Certified Educator.
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