Which of the Following Ions Has the Same Electron Configuration

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following ions has the same electron configuration as an argon atom?

• A) Br^-
• B) S^3-
• C) P³⁺
• D) K⁺
• E) Ca⁺

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