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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What is the electron configuration for an oxygen atom?

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1s² 2s² 2p⁴

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How many valence electrons does Chlorine have?

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7

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What color of emitted light has the highest frequency?

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Violet

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What color of emitted light has the lowest frequency?

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Red

Front

Why are line emission spectra of elements called 'atomic fingerprints'?

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They are all unique.

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

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2

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

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8

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What is the significance of valence electrons?

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They determine how an atom can bond with other atoms.

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What is the shape of the s orbital?

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Spherical.