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What is the valency of an element if its atomic number is 8?

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  2. 2

  3. 3

  4. 4

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Explanation

If the atomic number of an element is 8, and its electronic configuration is 2, 6. Thus, it requires 2 more electrons to complete its octet. Thus its valency is 2.

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