An Element with the Electron Configuration [Noble Gas]ns²(n - 1)d⁸

question 56

Multiple Choice

An element with the electron configuration [noble gas]ns²(n - 1) d⁸ has ________ valence electrons.

• A) 2
• B) 6
• C) 8
• D) 10
• E) None of these choices is correct.

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Definitions:

Double Bond

A type of chemical linkage connecting two chemical elements, which uses four bonding electrons instead of the standard two.

Alkene

Hydrocarbons that contain a carbon-carbon double bond, involved in various chemical synthesis processes.

Propene

A colorless gas with a faint petroleum-like odor, used as a fuel and in organic synthesis, a precursor for many chemical products.

Structure

The arrangement or organization of parts to form an object, system, or concept.