Question

Help with one question plz

Which of the following is the electron configuration of an electrically neutral atom of argon (Ar)?

Answer 1

A. 1s2 2s2 2p5
B. 1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2 3s6
C. 1s2 2s1
D. 1s2 3d10 4f7

Answer 2

Do you know how to do orbitals?

Answer 3

I don't think I have studied orbitals yet

Answer 4

Give me one moment, and I will answer your question :)

Answer 5

Okay thanks

Answer 6

@Jamierox4ev3r

Answer 7

My friend Jamie will help you with orbitals :)

Answer 8

And will she know how to solve this question?

Answer 9

Yep!

Answer 10

So orbitals start with s followed by p then d and then f.

Answer 11

They follow the periodic table.
http://lightapp.cloudapp.net/images/answerimages/The_electronic_configuration_of_element_is_2_8_7_1443885512.81.jpg

Answer 12

So based on that table the electron configuration for Argon would be 1s^2 2s^2 2p^6 3s^2 3p^6. @MajesticGalaxy