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How many valence electrons does krypton have?
A
36
B
6
C
8
D
4
E
10

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5 Years agoGrade 12th pass
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5 Years ago

Krypton has atomic number 36 and electron configuration. 


1s22s22p63s23p63d104s24p6

The valence shell of krypton is 4th, hence, there are 8 electrons in this valence shell.
 
Hence, the correct option is C.