What Is the Electron Configuration of CN-?

[salman213]

1. Hi, how do we make electron configuration for CN-

like O, is 8 electrons right? from periodic table.

but I have question about CN how do I do this?

 

[ace123]

Do you think they are referring to the valence elctrons?

 

[Gokul43201]

1. Hi, how do we make electron configuration for CN-

like O, is 8 electrons right? from periodic table.

but I have question about CN how do I do this?

CN- is a tricky one. I would recommend you first learn how to draw Lewis dot diagrams for simpler molecules/ions before attempting CN-. You need to first know what the procedure is first. Your textbook should cover the steps involved.