What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy the first shell of an atom?

  1. A. 2
  2. B. 4
  3. C. 8
  4. D. 16

Correct Answer: A. 2

Explanation

According to the Bohr-Bury scheme, the maximum number of electrons in a shell is given by the formula 2n^{2}. For the first shell (n=1), it is 2.

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