Which of the Following, If Any, Is the Correct Ground

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following, if any, is the correct ground state electron configuration for a lead atom

• A) [Xe] 6s²4f¹⁴5d¹⁰6p¹ or 1s²2s²2p⁶3s²3p⁶4s²3d¹⁰4p⁶5s²4d¹⁰5p⁶6s²4f¹⁴5d¹⁰6p¹
• B) [Xe] 6s²4f¹⁴5d⁸6p² or 1s²2s²2p⁶3s²3p⁶4s²3d¹⁰4p⁶5s²4d¹⁰5p⁶6s²4f¹⁴5d⁸6p²
• C) [Xe] 6s²4f¹⁴5d¹⁰6p² or 1s²2s²2p⁶3s²3p⁶4s²3d¹⁰4p⁶5s²4d¹⁰5p⁶6s²4f¹⁴5d¹⁰6p²
• D) [Kr] 6s²4f¹⁴5d¹⁰6p² or 1s²2s²2p⁶3s²3p⁶4s²3d¹⁰4p⁶5s²4d¹⁰5p⁶6s²4f¹⁴5d¹⁰6p²
• E) None of the above

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Definitions:

Anterior Superior Iliac Spine

The anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS) is a bony projection on the iliac bone and serves as an important landmark in anatomy for muscle attachment and medical procedures.

Iliac Crest

The uppermost edge of the ilium, one of the three bones that make up the human pelvis, important for muscle attachment and as a landmark in medical procedures.

Iliac Fossa

A concave surface on the inner side of the ilium, part of the pelvic bone, which serves as the origin for several muscles.

Medial Side

The side of a body part or structure that is closest to the midline of the body.