General Chemistry 10th Edition

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ISBN 10: 1-28505-137-8
ISBN 13: 978-1-28505-137-6

Chapter 8 - Electron Configurations and Periodicity - Questions and Problems - Page 331: 8.43

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We can conclude that a. It is impossible state. As 2p orbitals can hold no more than six electrons. b. It is impossible state because 3s orbital can hold no more than two electrons. c. Possible state d. possible state but 3p and 4s orbitals should be filled before 3d orbital.
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