What Is the General Electronic Configuration (Where N = Principal

question 64

Multiple Choice

What is the general electronic configuration (where n = principal quantum number) that best describes the halogens as a group?

• A) ns1np6
• B) ns2np4
• C) ns2sp5
• D) ns2np6
• E) ns2np3

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