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Electron Shell.
Electron Shell - as a noun
A grouping of electrons surrounding the nucleus of an atom
Example: "The chemical properties of an atom are determined by the outermost electron shell"
Example Sentences
"The electron shell is the outermost part of an atom."
"Each electron shell can hold a certain number of electrons."
"The first electron shell can hold a maximum of two electrons."
"Electrons occupy different energy levels within the electron shell."
"Valence electrons are found in the outermost electron shell."