Question

Which of the following statement is correct for the attainment of stable electronic configuration in case of chlorine atom?

• A. Chlorine atom attains stable electronic configuration of nearest noble gas-Argon
• B. Chlorine atom attains stable electronic configuration by accepting one electron in its valence shell
• C. Chlorine atom becomes negatively charged chloride ion after attaining stable electronic configuration
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above

Chlorine atom attains stable electronic configuration of nearest noble gas-Argon by accepting one electrons in its valence shell and becomes negatively charged chloride ion.