Atomic Structure Question 461

Question: Which among the following species have the same number of electrons in its outermost as well as penultimate shell

Options:

A) Mg2+

B) O2

C) F

D) Ca2+

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

20Ca=2,8,8,2 Ca2+= 2, 8, 8

Hence, Ca2+ has 8 electrons each in outermost and penultimate shell.