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How do valence electrons affect reactivity?

How do valence electrons affect reactivity?
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How do valence electrons affect reactivity?

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The less valence electrons there are, the less stable the atom becomes, causing it to react with other atoms. More valence electrons adds mass to the atom, making it less reactive
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