Element “E” belongs to the period 4 and group 16 of the periodic table. The valence shell electron configuration of the element, which is just above “E” in the group is
- 3s2, 3p4
- 3d10, 4s2, 4p4
- 4d10, 5s2, 5p4
- 2s2, 2p4
The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
The correct answer is (A) : 3s2, 3p4
Element E is Selenium
The element which is just above ‘E’ in periodic table is sulphur, its electronic configuration is 1s2, 2s2, 2p6, 3s2, 3p4.
\(E⇒[Ar]^3d^10^4s^24p^4\)
Element above \(E⇒[Ne]3s^23p^4\)
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P-Block Elements
- P block elements are those in which the last electron enters any of the three p-orbitals of their respective shells. Since a p-subshell has three degenerate p-orbitals each of which can accommodate two electrons, therefore in all there are six groups of p-block elements.
- P block elements are shiny and usually a good conductor of electricity and heat as they have a tendency to lose an electron. You will find some amazing properties of elements in a P-block element like gallium. It’s a metal that can melt in the palm of your hand. Silicon is also one of the most important metalloids of the p-block group as it is an important component of glass.
P block elements consist of:
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