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8. (02.04 MC)

The partial electron configuration of an atom with 14 electrons is shown.
1s²2s²2p63s²x
Which of the following does X represent? (3 points)
2d²
3s²
3p²
4s²
E

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Answer:

3p^2

Step-by-step explanation:

after filling 3s^2 only two electrons left out of 14 so the next sub shell is 3p therefore ,X represents 3p^2

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