| Few statements regarding the distribution of electrons in the energy shells are given. |
| Which of the following statements is not correct? |
A) For fourth energy shell (N), the maximum number of electrons is 32 according to \[2{{n}^{2}}\] rule.
B) When N is the outermost shell of an atom, it can accommodate a maximum of 8 electrons only.
C) The filling of the fourth shell begins even before the third shell is completely filled.
D) Fifth shell can accommodate 50 electrons according to \[2{{n}^{2}}\] rule.
Correct Answer: D
Solution :
\[2{{n}^{2}}\] rule is not applicable to 5th shell, it can accommodate a maximum of 32 electrons.
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