Consider the Following Periodic Table

question 15

Multiple Choice

Consider the following periodic table. Which section represents elements whose electron configuration for the highest occupied energy level is ns²np⁵?

• A)alkali metals
• B)alkaline earth metals
• C)transition metals
• D)halogens
• E)noble gases

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