Electron Configuration and Tellurium Concepts

This video tutorial explains how to write the electron configuration for Tellurium (Te) and its ion Te 2-. It covers the use of noble gases for condensed configurations, orbital blocks, and the diagonal rule method. The video also discusses the electron configuration for the Te 2- ion, focusing on valence electrons and the resulting configuration.

What is the atomic number of Tellurium (Te)?

• 52

• 53

• 51

• 50

Which noble gas is used as a reference for the condensed electron configuration of Tellurium?

• Argon

• Xenon

• Neon

• Krypton

What is the significance of the noble gas core in electron configuration?

• It simplifies the electron configuration.

• It represents the valence electrons.

• It indicates the number of protons.

• It shows the atomic mass.

In the periodic table, which block does the element Tellurium belong to?

• f-block

• p-block

• s-block

• d-block

What is the final electron configuration notation for Tellurium using the diagonal rule?

• 5s2 5p4

• 4d10 5s2 5p4

• 5p6

• 5s2 4d10 5p4

Which rule helps in determining the order of filling electron orbitals?

• Hund's Rule

• Pauli Exclusion Principle

• Aufbau Principle

• Diagonal Rule

How many valence electrons does Tellurium have before forming the Te2- ion?

• 6

• 8

• 10

• 4

What is the electron configuration of the Te2- ion?

• 5p6

• 5s2 5p6

• 5s2 5p4

• 4d10 5s2 5p4

Which of the following is not involved in bonding for Tellurium?

• 5s2

• 4d10

• 5p6

• 5p4

How many electrons are added to form the Te2- ion?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4