What is the number of electrons in the valence shell of Chlorine (Z = 17) ?

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Solution

The electronic distribution of the Chlorine in different energy levels are
1st energy level K=2
2nd energy level L=8
3rd energy level M=7 (Outermost shell or valence shell)
Therefore valence shell of Chlorine has 7 electrons.

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