Orbital Notation & Electron Configuration

Multiple Choice

According to slide 2, which of the following statements is true about the principal energy level?

• It can be any number, including decimals.

• It must be a whole number (no decimals) between 1 and 7.

• It determines the mass of the atom.

• It is only relevant (important) for noble gases

Multiple Choice

Which letters are used for the possible shapes of the atomic orbitals?

• s, p, d, f,

• x, y, z

• a, b, c, d

Multiple Choice

How many sublevels (shapes) are possible for energy level 3?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Open Ended

What does Aufbau's Principle state?

Open Ended

What does Pauli Exclusion Principle state?