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The electronic configuration of chalcogens is
Options
(a) ns²np²
(b) ns²np³
(c) ns²np⁴
(d) ns²np¹
Correct Answer:
ns²np⁴
Explanation:
The elements of group VI A of the periodic table are called chalcogens . e.g. oxygen, sulphur, selenium, tellurium and polonium. The general electronic configuration of these elements is ns² np⁴.
