Question

The element having 7 electrons in its outermost orbit is
A )Non metal B) Metal. C. ) Metalloid.
D.) Inert gas

Answer 1

Explanation:

7 electrons in the valence shell would be  s^2 p^5   and would put the element on the R side of the table in group 7A,  the Halogens ....  

A) Nonmetal