wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

Which of the following represents the correct outer electronic configuration of silicon?

A

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
D
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is C
According to Hund's rule of maximum multiplicity, the electron pairing in any orbital will not take place until each of the orbital will have one electron each. According to Pauli's exclusion principle, no two electrons can have all the four quantum number same.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Electronic Configuration and Orbital Diagrams
CHEMISTRY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon