Which of the following electron configurations represents the ground state of an element? A)[Ne]3 s ¹3 p ¹ B)[He]2 s ¹2 p ³ C)[Ne]3 s ²3 p ²3 d ¹ D)[Ne]3 s ²3 p ³3 d ¹ E)[Ne]3 s ²3 p ³

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The correct electron configuration for a ground state element follows the Aufbau principle, Hund's rule, and the Pauli exclusion principle. Option E correctly represents the ground state electron configuration for an element following these rules, starting with the [Ne] core and filling the 3s and 3p orbitals in accordance with these principles.

Which of the Following Electron Configurations Represents the Ground State