The Atomic Number of Neon Is 10

question 19

Multiple Choice

The atomic number of neon is 10. Therefore, which of the following is most correct about an atom of neon?

• A) It has 8 electrons in its outer electron shell.
• B) It is inert.
• C) It has an atomic mass of 10 daltons.
• D) It has 8 electrons in its outer electron shell and it is inert.
• E) It has 8 electrons in its outer electron shell, it is inert, and it has an atomic mass of 10 daltons.

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