Which element has the same number of valence electrons as bromine (Br)?
(1 point)
Responses
chlorine (Cl)
chlorine (Cl)
selenium (Se)
selenium (Se)
potassium (K)
potassium (K)
krypton (Kr)
Bromine (Br) is a halogen and is found in group 17 of the periodic table, which means it has 7 valence electrons. Other elements in group 17, also known as the halogen group, will have the same number of valence electrons. Of the options given, chlorine (Cl) is also a halogen and has 7 valence electrons.
Therefore, the correct response is:
chlorine (Cl)