State the number of electrons that are gained by atoms of each of the following to obtain a stable electron configuration.
1. Cl
2. Se
3.S
4. O
1. Cl gains 1 electron to get a stable electron configuration of Ar .
2. Se gains 2 electrons to obtain the stable electron configuration of Kr .
3. S gains 2 electrons to get a stable electron configuration of Ar .
4. O gains 2 electrons to get a stable electron configuration of Ne .
These type of questions are answered by knowing the group of the elements of which they are member. Group 16 elements require 2 electrons whereas group 17 elements require 1 electron to achieve stable electron configuration of noble gases .
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