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The correct sequence of electronic configuration is:

Correct answer: A. 4p 5s 4d 5p 6s 4f 5d

  • A. 4p 5s 4d 5p 6s 4f 5d
  • B. 4p 4s 4d 5p 5s 5f 6d
  • C. 4p 4s 4d 5p 5s 4f 5d
  • D. 4p 3s 4d 5p 6s 4f 5d

Explanation

This sequence follows the correct order of filling orbitals according to the Aufbau principle. The orbitals are filled in the increasing order of their energy levels, and this sequence correctly reflects the way electrons occupy these orbitals (4p → 5s → 4d → 5p → 6s → 4f → 5d).

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