If the valence shell electronic structure for an element is $n s^{2} n p^{5}$ , this element will belong to the group of

Alkali metals

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Inert metals

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Noble gases

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Halogens

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Solution

The correct option is D
Halogens

$n s^{2} n p^{5}$ configuration implies that the element has 7 electrons in its valence shell.

So, this element definitely belongs to the Group-17 or the Halogens group.

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