Question:
The electronic configurations of three elements X, Y and Z are X — 2, 8; Y — 2, 8, 6 and Z — 2, 8, 1. Which of the following is correct ?
(a) X is a metal
(b) Y is a metal
(c) Z is a non-metal
(d) Y is a non-metal and Z is a metal.
Solution:
(d). Y is sulphur (S) while Z is sodium (Na)