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Number of unpaired electrons in sulphur...

Number of unpaired electrons in sulphur is

A

2

B

6

C

8

D

1

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The correct Answer is:
A
The electronic configuration of sulphur is as: `S(Z=16), 1s^(2), 2s^(2), sp^(6), 3s^(2), 3p^(4)`
Hence, it has two unpaired electrons.
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