Question

question 52 (2 points)
how many electrons are present in the d sublevel of a neutral atom of nickel?
blank 1:

Explanation:

Step1: Determine the atomic number of nickel

The atomic number of nickel (\(Ni\)) is \(28\). For a neutral atom, the number of electrons is equal to the atomic number. So, a neutral nickel atom has \(28\) electrons.

Step2: Write the electron - configuration of nickel

The electron - configuration of nickel is \(1s^{2}2s^{2}2p^{6}3s^{2}3p^{6}4s^{2}3d^{8}\).

Answer:

\(8\)