For the following atoms, deduce the number of unpaired electrons for the correct ground state configuration. ___  Ra ___ Au ___ O ___ F ___ Ca

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For the following atoms, deduce the number of unpaired electrons for the correct ground state configuration.

___  Ra

___ Au

___ O

___ F

___ Ca

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