Chapter 12, Problem 120AP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The expected ground-state electron configuration for the element with one unpaired $5\text{p}$ electron that forms a covalent compound with fluorine is to be stated.

Concept Introduction:

The distribution of the electrons that exists in the atomic orbital of an atom is collectively known as electron configuration. The description of every electron in an orbital is given by the electron configuration of that atom.