Single Choice

The valence shell electronic configuration of alkali metals is

A$$ns^2 np^1$$
B$$ns^1$$
Correct Answer
C$$(n-1)p^6ns^2$$
D$$(n-1)d^2ns^2$$

Solution

The valence shell electronic configuration of alkali metals is $$ns^1$$
Hence, Option "B" is the correct answer.

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