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The Fundamental Unit Of Life

Question
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An element has an atomic number of 19 and atomic mass of 39.

(i) How many electrons are there in each atom of the element?

(ii) How are these electrons arranged in the atom?

                         Or

Write electronic distribution in an atom of potassium.

Solution

(i) 19 electrons = atomic number.

(ii) The electronic configuration of the given element is, 
K = 2, L = 8, M = 8, N = 1.