The Valence Electron Configuration of an Element Is Ns²(n -

question 98

Multiple Choice

The valence electron configuration of an element is ns²(n - 1) d¹⁰np². To which group does X belong?

• A) Group 3A
• B) Group 4A
• C) Group 6A
• D) Group 5A
• E) Group 7A

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