Write the distribution of electrons in an atom of element whose atomic

1.	Write the distribution of electrons in an atom of element whose atomic number is 18. What is special about the outermost electron shell (or valence shell) of the atom of this element?
Answer» Atomic No. – 18 Electronic configuration – (2,8,8) The special thing about the outermost shell is that it is completely filled with the electrons. The element will be inert in nature.

Write the distribution of electrons in an atom of element whose atomic number is 18. What is special about the outermost electron shell (or valence shell) of the atom of this element?

Answer»

Atomic No. – 18

Electronic configuration – (2,8,8)

The special thing about the outermost shell is that it is completely filled with the electrons. The element will be inert in nature.