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CHM 101 CHM 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

The number of electrons in the outmost shell of group 16 elements?
Options
A 3
B 4
C 5
D 6
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Group 16 elements (oxygen family) have 6 valence electrons.

Hint

Group number for main group elements gives valence electrons.

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