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Identify the principal quantum number for the last electron that is added to sodium?

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1

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2

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3

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5

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Solution

The correct option is D 3
Electronic configuration of sodium (Z = 11) : $1 s^{2}$ $2 s^{2}$ $2 p^{6}$ $3 s^{1}$
Thus last electron is added to principle quantum number equal to $3$ .

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