Respuesta :

The first shell has 2 electrons( Hydrogen and Helium )
The 2nd has: 2+6=8
The 3rd has: 2+6+12=20
The 4th has: 2+6+12+20=40
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Answer:

Option B: 8

Explanation:

Given:

n = 2

'n' mentioned here defines, principle quantum number.

Principle quantum number is used to represent principle energy shell in which  electron revolves around nucleus.

Value of n = 1, 2, 3, 4, .........

No. of electron in any principle energy shell = [tex]2n^2[/tex]

n = 2

[tex]No.\ of\ electron = 2 (2)^2=2\times 4\\=8[/tex]

Among given options, option b is correct.