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Chemistry Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure Skill Builder Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 12, 2026

Identify the incorrect statement from the following:

A
Only valence electrons takes part in chemical combination.
B
The inner shell electrons are well protected and are generally not involved in the combination process.
C
The number of valence electrons helps to calculate the common or group valence of the element.
D
The group valence of the elements is generally equal to 2 .

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D

The group valence of the elements is generally either equal to the number of dots in Lewis symbols or 8 minus the number of dots or valence electrons.

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