Some Elements Have Electron Configurations That Deviate from Normal Electron

question 89

Multiple Choice

Some elements have electron configurations that deviate from normal electron filling rules. Which element has the ground-state electron configuration [Kr]4d¹⁰?

• A)Ni
• B)Pd
• C)Cd
• D)Zn
• E)Xe

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