Question

The innermost electron shell of an atom can hold up to _____ electrons.
a) 1
b) 2
c) 8
d) 18
e) 32

Answer 1

Answer:

The answer is option \rb) 2. Can hold up to two (2) electrons.

Explanation:

The innermost shell of an atom can hold a maximum of two electrons. It is also known as the k-shell. The next shell after the innermost shell contains a maximum of eight (8) electrons.