What Is the Electronic Configuration for the Magnesium Ion

question 75

Multiple Choice

What is the electronic configuration for the magnesium ion?

• A) 1s² 2s² 2p⁶3s²
• B) 1s² 2s² 2p⁶
• C) 1s² 2s²2p⁴
• D) 1s² 2s²2p⁶3s¹
• E) 1s² 2s² 2p⁶3s²2p²

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