Question

If Z is equal to 16 what would be the valency of an element? Name the element and write it electronic configuration

Answer 1

valency - 2

element - sulphur

electronic configuration - 2,8,6

Answer 2

Z=16

Electronic Configuration: 2 8 6

No of valence electrons: 6

Valency: 2

The element needs to gain 2 more electrons to complete the octet so it's a non metal

Sulphur also needs 2 more electrons to achieve its inert gas electronic configuration. It's also a non metal.

Therefore SULPHUR is the required element

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