Proton Count of Element with Max Unpaired Electrons in 2P Subshell

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The discussion focuses on determining the number of protons in an element with the maximum unpaired electrons in its 2P subshell. The conclusion is that the electron configuration for maximum unpaired electrons is 1s² 2s² 2p³. This configuration corresponds to nitrogen, which has 7 protons. Therefore, the number of protons in this element is confirmed to be 7. The analysis aligns with the principle that the number of protons equals the number of electrons in a neutral atom.
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Homework Statement


The number of protons in nucleus of an element having maximum unpaired electrons in its 2P subshell are:


Homework Equations


Number of protons = no. of electrons in an neutral atom


The Attempt at a Solution


Maximum unpaired E.C. should 1s22s22p 3
Then, no. of protons should be 7.
 
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