Question

Sulfur atom in its ground electronic state.
a) S²-
b) S⁺
c) S⁰
d) S⁻

Answer 1

In its ground electronic state, the sulfur atom can form a S²- anion by gaining two electrons.

Step-by-step explanation:

(a) S is in Group 6A and has six valence electrons. It achieves octet by gaining two electrons to form S²- anion. Gaining three electrons to form S³¯ does not make it octet, hence, S³¯ is not likely to form.