In many semiconductors, the valence bands determine the material's optical absorption edge.

The textbook includes a detailed section explaining secondary valences and their role in complex ion formation.

In coordination chemistry, the primary valences determine how many ligands can bond to a central atom.

The art critic praised the painting for its multi-valenced symbolism that invited several competing interpretations.

Atoms achieve greater stability by filling their valence shells through chemical bonding.

Scholars still refer to the rare manuscripts stored in Marie Valence Hall when discussing the college's early history.