Two representations of the distribution of electrons in the potassium atom are shown. Model 1 Model 2 1s22s22p63s23p64s1 An oran

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Two representations of the distribution of electrons in the potassium atom are shown. Model 1 Model 2 1s22s22p63s23p64s1 An oran

ge circle labeled upper K is surrounded by four concentric circles. The innermost circle has dots at the north and south positions. The second and third circles have eight dots, equally spaced, with dots aligning with those on the inner ring. The outer ring has one dot at the north position. Which model is useful in showing the reactivity of potassium?

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