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CHM 101 Periodic Table & Trends Objective Question

Question

Periodic properties depend on an element's __________ configuration.
Options
A nuclear
B electronic
Correct Answer
C spatial
D geometric
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Electronic configuration (arrangement of electrons) fundamentally determines an element's chemical properties and many physical properties.

Hint

How the electrons are arranged in orbitals.

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