What is the electron configuration of an atom of antimony Sb (Z = 51): [Kr]$$5s^24d^{10}5p^4$$ [Kr]$$5s^24d^{10}5p^3$$ [Kr]$$4s^25d^{10}4p^4$$ [Kr]$$5s^25d^{10}5p^3$$
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The atomic number (Z) of Antimony (Sb) is given as 51. This means an atom of Antimony has 51 electrons. Show more…
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