Which among the following electronic configurations belong to main group elements? Choose the correct answer from the option given below :
- D and E only
- A, C and D only
- B and E only
- A and C only
Answer
(4) A and C only
Solution
Main group elements are the s- and p-block elements.
A. [Ne]3s1: Na, s-block. Main group.
B. [Ar]3d3 4s2: V, d-block.
C. [Kr]4d10 5s2 5p5: I, p-block. Main group.
D. [Ar]3d10 4s1: Cu, d-block (group 11).
E. [Rn]5f0 6d2 7s2: Th, f-block (actinoid).
Hence A and C only.
Answer: (4)