alleryStart learning →Silicon and germanium are useful semiconductors because each atom has how many outer electrons?
A2 valence electrons
B3 valence electrons
C4 valence electrons
D5 valence electrons
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 4 valence electrons
Both are group 14 elements with four electrons in the outermost shell.
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