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What is the electron configuration for sulfur?

A. [tex]1s^2 2s^2 2p^6 3s^2 3p^4[/tex]
B. [tex]1s^2 2s^2 2p^6 3s^2 3p^3[/tex]
C. [tex]1s^2 2s^2 2p^6 3s^1 3p^5[/tex]
D. [tex]1s^2 2s^2 2p^6 3s^2 3p^5[/tex]



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Sulfur's electron configuration, molecular orbital formation, and arrangement patterns are explained.


Explanation:

Valence electron configuration of sulfur: Sulfur has a valence electron configuration of [Ne]3s²3p⁴, with six valence electrons.

Molecular orbital formation: Sulfur can form two bonds; the molecular orbital energy-level diagram shows the arrangement.

Trigonal bipyramidal arrangement: Sulfur can have a trigonal bipyramidal arrangement with four bonding pairs and one lone pair.


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