Question

Which group has an outer electronic configuration equal to $n{s}^{2}n{p}^4$?

• A. Alkali metal
• B. Chalcogen
• C. Noble gas
• D. Halogen

Answer 1

The correct option is B Chalcogen

$n{s}^{2}n{p}^4$ electronic configuration is for the ${16}^{th}$ group $\left(VIA\right)$ group which are known as chalcogens.