Question

Define following terms. iii) Core electrons

Answer 1

Answer:

Core electrons are the electrons in an atom that are not valence electrons and do not participate in chemical bonding. The nucleus and the core electrons of an atom form the atomic core. Core electrons are tightly bound to the nucleus.

Answer 2

Answer:-

Core Electron:- Core electrons are the electrons in an atom that are not valence electrons and do not participate in chemical bonding. ... For transition metals, the number of valence electrons ranges from 3-12 electrons (ns and (n−1)d orbitals).