Which one of these ions does not have [Xe] as its electronic configuration? A) Te^2- B) I^- C) Cs⁺ D) Ba²⁺ E) Sn⁴⁺

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The electronic configuration of xenon ([Xe]) serves as a common reference point for ions that have either lost or gained electrons relative to the noble gas's configuration. The notation provided (e.g., "^-") is a shorthand for electron configurations, but interpreting it directly as such doesn't align with standard notation. However, understanding the intent:- A) Te^2- would gain electrons to reach the stability of [Xe].- B) I^- would gain an electron to achieve the [Xe] configuration.- C) Cs^+ loses an electron to match the [Xe] configuration.- D) Ba^2+ loses two electrons to achieve the [Xe] configuration.- E) Sn^4+ would theoretically lose four electrons, but starting from Sn (Tin), which is in the 5th period of the periodic table, it would not result in a [Xe] configuration after losing electrons. Instead, it would aim for a configuration closer to that of Kr (Krypton), making it the correct choice.

Which One of These Ions Does Not Have [Xe] as Its