The Electron Configuration of the S^2- Ion Is ________

question 64

Multiple Choice

The electron configuration of the S^2- ion is ________.

• A)[Ar]3s²3p⁶
• B)[Ar]3s²3p²
• C)[Ne]3s²3p²
• D)[Ne]3s²3p⁶
• E)[Kr]3s²2p⁶

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