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Which of the following electron configurations represents that of an atom in its ground ...

Which of the following electron configurations represents that of an atom in its ground state?
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  • A 1s 22s12p1
  • B 1s22s22p63s13p1
  • C 1s22s12p3
  • D 1s22s22p63s0
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
An excited-state atom is an atom in which the total energy of the electrons can be lowered by transferring one or more electrons to different orbitals. That is, in an excited-state atom not all electrons are in the lowest possible energy levels.

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