Which element gains three electrons to fill its outermost energy level?

Question

(1 point)
Responses

Neon (Ne)
Neon (Ne)

Nitrogen (N)
Nitrogen (N)

Sulfur (S)
Sulfur (S)

Calcium (Ca)

Answer 1

The correct answer is Nitrogen (N).

Nitrogen has five electrons in its outermost energy level (2s² 2p³) and needs to gain three electrons to achieve a full outer shell of eight electrons (octet rule).