What is the electronic configuration of carbon [Atomic mass=12, Atomic number=6]?
A
2,3
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B
2,5
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C
2,6
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D
2,4
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Solution
The correct option is D2,4 Atomic no. of C=6. K shell will accommodate 2 electrons. The remaining four electrons will be accommodated by L shell. Hence, the electronic configuration is 2,4.