Two representations of the distribution of electrons in the potassium atom are shown. Model 1 Model 2
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An orange 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?
Neither model is able to show the reactivity of potassium.
Model 1 because it shows an electron in the 4s orbital.
Model 2 because it shows an electron in the outermost ring.
Both models because each shows an electron in the outermost shell.