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In the given elements, which element does not have 2 valence electrons?


A
Ba
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Zn
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Na
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Ca
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Solution

The correct option is C Na
Electronic configuration of Ba - [Xe], 6s2.
Electronic configuration of Zn - [Ar], 3d10, 4s2.
Electronic configuration of Na - [Ne], 3s1.
Electronic configuration of Ca - [Ar], 4s2.
In the above choices, Na contains only 1 valence electron.

Hence, option (C) is the correct answer.


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