Electrons located in the outer shell of an atom are known as ____ electrons.
A) magnetic
B) orbit
C) nuclear
D) valence

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Valence electrons are the electrons located in the outermost shell (valence shell) of an atom, which are involved in chemical bonding and determining the chemical reactivity of the element. Magnetic, orbit, and nuclear electrons are not terms commonly used in describing the electrons in the outer shell of an atom.

Electrons Located in the Outer Shell of an Atom Are