The valence shell electronic configuration of the `Fe^(2 +)` is.

Options

A. `3 s^2 3 d^6`
B. `3 s^1 3 d^7`
C. `3 s^0 3 d^8`
D. `3 s^2 3 d^5`

Answer

A

Explanation

(a) During the formation of cation , electrons are lost while in the formation of anions, electrons are added to the valence shell. The number of electrons added or lost is equal to the numerical value fo the charge present on the ion. Following this general concept, we can write the electronic configuration of all ions given in the question.