Electrons in the highest energy level of an atom are called ........

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Electrons in the highest energy level of an atom are called ................

valence protons

orbital protons

valence electrons

orbital electrons

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Explanation:

The valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell or last energy level of an atom. Valence electrons are electrons in the highest principal energy level. They are electrons that sit on the outermost orbit of an element. They are responsible for bonding and chemical properties of each element.