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valence
noun(va-lence)
the degree of combining power of an element as shown by the number of atomic weights of a monovalent element (such as hydrogen) with which the atomic weight of the element will combine or for which it can be substituted or with which it can be compared
valence
noun(va-lence)
relative capacity to unite, react, or interact (as with antigens or a biological substrate)
valence
noun(va-lence)
the degree of attractiveness an individual, activity, or thing possesses as a behavioral goal
valence
geographical name(va-lence)
commune in southeastern France south of Lyon population 63,405
valence
noun(va-lence)
the range of permissible energy values that are the highest energies an electron can have and still be associated with a particular atom of a solid material
valence
noun(va-lence)
a single electron or one of two or more electrons in the outer shell of an atom that is responsible for the chemical properties of the atom

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