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Part A

Consider the following neutral electron configurations in which n has a constant value. Which configuration
would belong to the element with the most negative electron affinity, Eea?
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a 2s2
b 2s²2p2
c 2s²2p5
d 2s²2p6

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Answer:

c. 2s2 2p5

Step-by-step explanation:

2s2 2p5 has 7 valence electrons and only needs one electron to complete the octet. This element will be the most electronegative.

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