How many electrons are there in the outermost shell of a group 16 element?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 6
Other Information-
- Group 16 elements have 6 electrons in their outermost orbit.
- Group 16 elements are called chalcogens.
- The elements of the 16th group have 6 electrons in their outermost shells, the general electronic configuration of the elements of this group is ns2np4.
- Group 16 elements include oxygen, sulphur, selenium, tellurium and polonium.
- Group 16 in the periodic table is commonly referred to as the oxygen family.