ExamBro
ExamBro
MHT CET · Chemistry · Structure of Atom

Chlorine \(\left(\mathrm{Cl}^{17}\right)\) free radical contains how many electrons around the nucleus?

  1. A 16
  2. B 17
  3. C 18
  4. D 19
Verified Solution

Answer & Solution

Correct Answer

(B) 17

Step-by-step Solution

Detailed explanation

In free radicals, the number of electrons are same as that in isolated neutral atom.
\(\because\) In \(\mathrm{Cl}\) atom, the number of electrons \(=17\)
\(\therefore\) In Cl free radical, the number of electrons \(=17\)