Question 19

(Multiple Choice)

The atomic number of neon is 10. Therefore, which of the following is most correct about an atom of neon?


A) It has 8 electrons in its outer electron shell.
B) It is inert.
C) It has an atomic mass of 10 daltons.
D) It has 8 electrons in its outer electron shell and it is inert.
E) It has 8 electrons in its outer electron shell, it is inert, and it has an atomic mass of 10 daltons.

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