An atom of an element has the electronic configuration 2, 8, 2. To which group does it belong?
- 4th group
- 6th group
- 3rd group
- 2nd group
Correct Answer: (d) 2nd group
Explanation: The valence electrons give us the idea of group number. Element with electronic configuration 2,8,2 belongs to the 2nd group.
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