Question

The condensed electronic configuration [Ne] 3s² 3p⁵ denotes the element ____________.

Options

• argon

• sulfur

• chlorine

• selenium

Answer 1

The condensed electronic configuration [Ne] 3s² 3p⁵ denotes the element chlorine.

Explanation:

₁₈Ar: [Ne] 3s² 3p⁶; ₁₆S: [Ne] 3s² 3p⁴

₁₇Cl: [Ne] 3s² 3p⁵; ₃₄Se: [Ar] 3d¹⁰ 4s² 4p⁴