The Number of Electrons in the M Shell for the Element

question 72

Multiple Choice

The number of electrons in the M shell for the element whose electronic configuration is
1s²2s²2p⁶3s²3p²
Must be

• A) 2
• B) 4
• C) 6
• D) 8
• E) 10

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