Atomic Orbital Diagrams and Electron Configuration

The video tutorial explains how to write the electron configuration and atomic orbital diagram for argon. It begins with identifying argon on the periodic table and follows a step-by-step process to write its electron configuration. The tutorial then transitions to explaining the atomic orbital diagram, showing how electrons are arranged in relation to the nucleus. The video concludes by discussing the full third energy level of argon, classifying it as a noble gas, and presents an alternative horizontal representation of the diagram.

What is the first step in writing the atomic orbital diagram for argon?

• Find argon on the periodic table

• Identify the number of protons in argon

• Write the electron configuration for argon

• Determine the atomic mass of argon

Which energy level do we start with when writing the electron configuration for argon?

• Fourth energy level

• First energy level

• Third energy level

• Second energy level

How many electrons can the 2p orbital hold?

• Four

• Two

• Eight

• Six

What makes argon a noble gas?

• It has a full third energy level

• It has a full fourth energy level

• It has a full second energy level

• It has a full first energy level

What is the electron configuration notation for the 3p orbital in argon?

• 3p8

• 3p6

• 3p4

• 3p2

What is the purpose of the atomic orbital diagram?

• To indicate the chemical reactivity

• To illustrate the electron configuration

• To show the atomic mass of argon

• To display the number of protons

In the atomic orbital diagram, how are electrons represented?

• As circles

• As arrows in opposite directions

• As protons

• As neutrons

What happens if more electrons are added to argon?

• They are removed from the atom

• They remain in the second energy level

• They move to the fourth energy level

• They fill the third energy level

How is the atomic orbital diagram sometimes written?

• In a horizontal fashion

• In a diagonal fashion

• In a circular fashion

• In a vertical fashion

Which of the following is true about the third energy level in argon?

• It is partially filled

• It is empty

• It is completely filled

• It has no electrons