Which of the following is the electron configuration of an excited state of an oxygen atom A) 1s²2s²2p⁴ B) 1s²2s²2p⁵ C) 1s²2s²2p³3s¹ D) 1s²2s²2p⁶ E) 1s²2s²2p³

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The correct electron configuration for an excited state of an oxygen atom involves electrons being promoted to higher energy levels. Option C shows an electron has been excited from the 2p level to the 3s level, which is a characteristic of an excited state.

Which of the Following Is the Electron Configuration of an Excited