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Two elements have these electronic structures:2, 1 and 2, 8, 1. What can you say about the elements?
A
They are both in Group 1.
B
They are both in Group 2.
C
They are both in period 2.
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Q. The electronic configuration of calcium is 2, 8, 8, 2.

Detailed explanation-2: -Therefore, the element K or Potassium has the electronic configuration 2, 8, 8, 1.

Detailed explanation-3: -Element with configuration 2, 8, 1 is Na, sodium being metal forms basic oxide.

Detailed explanation-4: -The electronic structure of sodium (2, 8, 1) shows that sodium, Na: is in period 3. is in group 1. has an atomic number of (2 + 8 + 1) = 11.

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