The valence of an element is equal to the number of that an atom of
that element gains, loses, or shares while forming chemical bonds.

Idont think i'm understand this some one me! before we begin our discussion on evolutionary theory, reflect on your personal philosophical or religious views with regards to evolutionary theory. what is the difference between science and religion?

If scientists are wrong about earth's age based on radioactive material and the decay rates are really much faster, how would nuclear power plants be affected?

If water were a non polar molecule, how would its properties be different ? a.) water would be a much lighter molecule b.) water would be able to climb up inside plants c.)water would not be able to form hydrogen bonds d.) water would stick together much more strongly