Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Valence.
How to pronounce valence:
Def 1 UK
Valence - as a noun
(biology) a relative capacity to unite or react or interact as with antigens or a biological substrate
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
valency15(chemistry) a property of atoms or radicals; their combining power given in terms of the number of hydrogen atoms (or the equivalent)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
valency15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
power10powerfulness20Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The valence of oxygen is usually -2 in compounds."
"The element chlorine has a valence of -1."
"The valence of hydrogen is +1 when it combines with nonmetals."
"In the molecule H2O, oxygen has a valence of -2 and hydrogen has a valence of +1."
"Transition metals often have variable valences in different compounds."
Word Game Points
Is VALENCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, valence is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
VALENCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is VALENCE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, valence is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordVALENCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is VALENCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, valence is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordVALENCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
