NEETChemistryClassification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
What is common in all the following species: N 3– , O 2– , F – , Na + , Mg 2+ , and Al 3+ ?
Options
- AThey all have the same number of protons.
- BThey all have the same atomic number.
- CThey all have an unstable electron configuration.
- DThey all have gained or lost electrons to achieve a stable electron configuration.
Correct answer
D. They all have gained or lost electrons to achieve a stable electron configuration.
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (D) They all have gained or lost electrons to achieve a stable electron configuration.