Which of these choices is the general electron configuration for the outermost electrons of elements in the alkaline earth group? A) ns¹ B) ns² C) ns²^np⁴ D) ns²^np E) ns²^np⁶ (n - 1)d⁶

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The general electron configuration for the outermost electrons of elements in the alkaline earth group is ns2. Choice B is the only option that includes ns2 in the general electron configuration for the outermost electrons of elements in this group.

Which of These Choices Is the General Electron Configuration for the Outermost