Question

why do valence electrons form bonds to create molecules and compounds?
A.They are smaller than other electrons
B.They are smaller than other electrons
C.They are stronger than the electrons found closer to the nucleus
D.They are stronger than the electrons found closer to the nucleus

Answer 1

Valence electrons are the electrons found on the outermost energy levels.

They are used in bonding and reaction.

Given that they are on the outermost energy level they experience less nuclear force and hence they are not strongly attracted to the nucleus.

This implies therefore that they can easily be lost and shared for reactions.

For instance electrons lost withing metals form strong metallic bonds.