What is the electron configuration of neon (atomic number 10)?

A. 1s2 2s2 2p6
B. 1s2 2s2 2p5
C. 1s2 2s2 3p6
D. 1s2 2s2 3s2

Answer: 1s2 2s2 2p6

Additional Information: Neon has a complete second energy level with an electron configuration of 1s2 2s2 2p6.

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