Question

In general, how many valence electrons do transition metals have? (Valence are highest n, only s and p sublevel)
What ion is likely to form with transition metals? Speculate as to why you think some transition metals can form multiple ions?

Answer 1

Answer:

2 valence electrons.

Explanation:

Valence electrons are the sum total of all the electrons in the highest energy level (principal quantum number n). Most transition metals have an electron configuration that is  

n

s

2

(

n

−

1

)

d

, so those  

n

s

2

electrons are the valence electrons