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What is the total number of p electrons in a single phosphorus atom in its ground state?

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Correct option is C

The total number of p electrons in a single phosphorus atom in its ground state is 9.

Phosphorous's electrical configuration is 1s22s22p63s23p3

Consequently, the total number of p electrons is 6 + 3 = 9

Hence, option C is correct.

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