Question

question 5 of 10 which of the following diagrams is the correct electron dot diagram for al? a. ·äl: · b. ·äl· c. :äl: d. :äl·

Explanation:

Aluminum (Al) has an atomic number of 13 and its electron - configuration is 2, 8, 3. In an electron - dot diagram, we represent the valence electrons as dots around the symbol of the element. Aluminum has 3 valence electrons. Option B shows 3 dots around the 'Al' symbol, which is the correct representation of the valence electrons for aluminum in an electron - dot diagram.

Answer:

B. $\cdot\ce{Al}\cdot$