Question

What is the total number of valence electrons in a germanium atom in the ground state

Answer 1

D. 4

Step-by-step explanation:

The Periodic Table of the Elements shows Ge, Germanium, with an electron configuration of 2-8-18-4. Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost principal energy level of an atom. Germanium has 4 valence electrons.

Answer 2

4+

Step-by-step explanation:

Germanium,an element in the fourth group on the periodic table has a valency of 4 ie 4 electrons in its outermost shell.