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CHM 102 P block elements Objective Question
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Question

Which of the following represents the general electronic configuration for atoms of elements in the P-block?
Options
A ns¹np¹⁻⁶
B ns²np¹⁻⁶
Correct Answer
C nd¹⁻¹⁰ns²np¹⁻⁶
D nf¹⁻¹⁴ns²np¹⁻⁶
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

According to page 3, the general electronic configuration for atoms of elements in the P-block is ns²npᵐ, where 'm' typically ranges from 1 to 6.

Hint

Recall the filling order of orbitals for P-block elements.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: P block elements
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1897 of 1999
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