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How many electrons an atom have in M shell whose atomic number is 19?

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The number of electrons in a shell can be found using the electron configuration of an element.
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The Correct Option is C

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The atomic number of 19 corresponds to the element Potassium (K). The electron configuration of potassium is: \[ K(19) = 2, 8, 8, 1 \] Thus, the M shell (third shell) contains 8 electrons.
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