an atom of element x has three orbits around its nucleus. What is its maximum electron holding capacity
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18 electrons. (2 in the first, 8 in the second, 8 in the third).
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but the third one has the capacity of 18 then why only 8 in the third shell
Unless there is a fourth shell which also has 8 electrons, the third shell does not hold 18 electrons.
ohk thnx
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