A Neutral Atom Has the Following Electronic Configuration: 1s² 2s²

question 43

Multiple Choice

A neutral atom has the following electronic configuration: 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁵
-How many protons are in the atomic nucleus?

• A)4
• B)7
• C)12
• D)17
• E)34

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