What is the maximum number of electrons which can be accommodated in an atom in which the highest principal quantum number is $4$ ?

10

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18

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36

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54

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Solution

The correct option is D $36$
Here the highest principal quantum number is 4. Therefore, the element belongs to the 4th period and it is Krypton. The maximum number of electrons can be accommodated in an atom is 36.

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