Electron Configuration

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What is electron configuration?

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The distribution of electrons in an atom's orbitals, which determines its chemical properties.

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How many electrons can the first energy level hold?

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2 electrons.

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What is the maximum number of electrons in the second energy level?

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8 electrons.

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Define valence electrons.

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The outermost electrons of an atom that are involved in chemical bonding.

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How many valence electrons does Oxygen have?

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6 valence electrons.

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What is the noble gas configuration for Argon?

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[Ne] 3s² 3p⁶.

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How many total electrons does a neutral atom of Sodium (Na) have?

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11 electrons.

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What is the electron configuration for Carbon?

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1s² 2s² 2p².

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What are core electrons?

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Electrons that are not involved in bonding and are located in the inner shells.

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How do you determine the number of valence electrons for an element?

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By looking at its group number in the periodic table.