Select the Correct Electron Configuration for Sulfur (Z = 16)

question 24

Multiple Choice

Select the correct electron configuration for sulfur (Z = 16) .

• A)1 s ²1 p ⁶2 s ²2 p ⁶
• B)1 s ²2 s ²2 p ⁸3 s ²3 p ⁴
• C)1 s ²2 s ²2 p ⁸3 s ²3 p ²
• D)1 s ²2 s ²2 p ⁶3 s ²3 p ⁴
• E)1 s ²2 s ²2 p ⁶3 s ²3 d ⁴

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Absolute Refractory

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