KVPY2015ChemistryStructure of Atom
The element which readily forms an ionic bond has the electronic configuration.
Options
- A1 s² 2 s² 2 p³
- B1 s² 2 s² 2 p¹
- C1 s² 2 s² 2 p²
- D1 s² 2 s² 2 p⁶ 3 s¹
Correct answer
D. 1 s² 2 s² 2 p⁶ 3 s¹
Step-by-step solution
Metals form ionic bond as they have low ionization energies. 1 ~s ² 2 ~s ² 2 p ⁶ 3 ~s ¹: Sodium metal