Question

Explain valency in terms of Electron transfer.

Answer 1

Answer:

Valency is the number of electron (s) which an atom of an element must gain or loose to attain noble gas configuration. In other words Valances is the combining capacity of an element.

Answer 2

Valency: Valency is defined as the number of hydrogen atoms which combine directly or indirectly with one atom of an element. Example: One atom of nitrogen combines with three atoms of hydrogen to form ammonia gas. So, thevalency of nitrogen is 3. Answer verified by Toppr.