Questions: Elements that have six electrons in the highest-energy p sublevel in their ground state are called E) halogens D) alkali metals A) noble gases B) transition metals C) alkaline earth metals

Elements that have six electrons in the highest-energy p sublevel in their ground state are called
E) halogens
D) alkali metals
A) noble gases
B) transition metals
C) alkaline earth metals

Transcript text: Elements that have six electrons in the highest-energy $p$ sublevel in their ground state are called $\qquad$ E) halogens D) alkali metals A) noble gases B) transition metals C) alkaline earth metals

Solution

Solution Steps

Step 1: Understand the Question

The question asks which group of elements have six electrons in the highest-energy $ p $ sublevel in their ground state. This refers to the electron configuration of elements.

Step 2: Recall Electron Configuration

The $ p $ sublevel can hold a maximum of six electrons. Elements with a completely filled $ p $ sublevel in their highest energy level are known as noble gases. These elements have a stable electron configuration.

Step 3: Identify the Correct Group

Given the options: