Electronic Configuration

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What does the atomic number indicate in an atom?

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The atomic number indicates the number of protons in an atom.

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What are the elements located along the staircase on the periodic table called?

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The elements along the staircase are called metalloids.

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What are the terms s, p, d, f referring to in electronic configuration?

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s, p, d, f are called orbitals.

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What is the chemical symbol for Copper?

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The chemical symbol for Copper is Cu.

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What do K, L, M, N, O, P represent in atomic structure?

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K, L, M, N, O, P represent the shells in an atom.

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What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy the s orbital?

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The maximum number of electrons that can occupy the s orbital is 2.

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How many electrons can the p orbital hold?

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The p orbital can hold a maximum of 6 electrons.

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What is the principal quantum number?

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The principal quantum number indicates the energy level of an electron in an atom.

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What is the difference between a metal and a nonmetal?

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Metals are typically good conductors of heat and electricity, while nonmetals are poor conductors.

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What is the electron configuration for Oxygen (atomic number 8)?

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The electron configuration for Oxygen is 1s² 2s² 2p⁴.