Which of the Following Is the Correct Electron Configuration for Silicon

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the correct electron configuration for silicon?

• A) \( 1 s^{2} 2 s^{2} 1 p^{6} 3 s^{2} 2 p^{2} \)
• B) \( 1 s^{2} 2 s^{2} 2 p^{6} 3 s^{4} \)
• C) \( 1 s^{2} 2 s^{2} 2 p^{6} 3 s^{2} 3 p^{2} \)
• D) \( 1 s^{2} 2 s^{2} 2 p^{6} 3 s^{1} 3 p^{3} \)
• E) \( 1 s^{2} 2 s^{2} 2 p^{6} 2 d^{4} \)

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