How Many Unpaired Electrons Are There in an Oxygen Atom

question 16

Multiple Choice

How many unpaired electrons are there in an oxygen atom in its ground state?

• A) 1
• B) 2
• C) 4
• D) 8

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Rent-Seeking

Actions by individuals and groups designed to restructure public policy in a manner that will either directly or indirectly redistribute more income to themselves or the projects they promote.

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