12-11-24 Flashcard Electron Configuration 1 (7th PD)

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What is the Lewis structure?

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A Lewis structure is a diagram that shows the bonding between atoms of a molecule and the lone pairs of electrons that may exist in the molecule.

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What is Noble Gas Shorthand Notation?

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Noble Gas Shorthand Notation is a method of writing electron configurations using the electron configuration of the nearest noble gas to simplify the notation.

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What is the electron configuration for Aluminum (Al)?

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[Ne] 3s² 3p¹

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What is the electron configuration for Oxygen (O)?

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[He] 2s² 2p⁴

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How many atomic orbitals are in the s sublevel?

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1

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How many atomic orbitals are in the p sublevel?

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3

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What is the maximum number of electrons in the p sublevel?

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6 (since there are 3 orbitals, each can hold 2 electrons).

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What is the significance of the principal quantum number?

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The principal quantum number indicates the main energy level occupied by an electron in an atom.

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What is the difference between a valence electron and a core electron?

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Valence electrons are the outermost electrons that participate in bonding, while core electrons are those in the inner shells.

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What is the octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to bond in such a way that they have eight electrons in their valence shell, achieving a stable electron configuration.