Carbon Electron Configuration Quiz
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What is the electronic configuration of carbon?

  • K-3 L-3
  • K-1 L-5
  • K-4 L-2
  • K-2 L-4 (correct)
  • How many electrons does a neutral carbon atom need to gain or lose to achieve inert gas electron configuration?

  • 8 electrons
  • 2 electrons
  • 4 electrons (correct)
  • 6 electrons
  • Why is it not possible for a carbon atom to lose 4 electrons to achieve inert gas electron configuration?

  • Carbon's outermost shell cannot accommodate 4 more electrons
  • Outermost electrons are strongly held by the nucleus (correct)
  • Carbon's atomic number is too low
  • Carbon lacks the necessary energy
  • Why is it not possible for a carbon atom to gain 4 electrons to achieve inert gas electron configuration?

    <p>Energy considerations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do carbon atoms achieve the inert gas structure of 8 electrons in their outermost shell?

    <p>By sharing electrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

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