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CHM 102 P block elements Objective Question

Question

Which of the following statements correctly describes the general electronic configuration for atoms of P-block elements?
Options
A ns²np¹-⁶
Correct Answer
B ns¹np¹-⁶
C ns²nd¹-⁶
D ns¹nd¹-⁶
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

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

Hint

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

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