Chemistry
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Chapter1: Chemical Foundations
Section: Chapter Questions
Problem 1RQ: Define and explain the differences between the following terms. a. law and theory b. theory and...
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Atomic Structure
The basic structure of an atom is defined as the component-level of atomic structure of an atom. Precisely speaking an atom consists of three major subatomic particles which are protons, neutrons, and electrons. Many theories have been stated for explaining the structure of an atom.
Shape of the D Orbital
Shapes of orbitals are an approximate representation of boundaries in space for finding electrons occupied in that respective orbital. D orbitals are known to have a clover leaf shape or dumbbell inside where electrons can be found.
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How can we find the number of electrons?

Transcribed Image Text:The image shows a structured exercise or test from an educational platform with a marking of "Macmillan Learning" on its side. The exercise consists of fill-in boxes aligned with specific labels. The labels are as follows:
- \( n = 1 \)
- \( n = 2 \)
- \( n = 3 \)
- \( n = 4 \)
Next section:
- \( n = 1 \)
- \( n = 2 \)
Each fill-in box has "Incorrect" displayed below them, indicating that the responses entered (though not visible) were marked incorrect.
This format likely presents a sequence or mathematical exercise where students are expected to fill in values or expressions for each corresponding \( n \) value. The exercise design seems to assess understanding of a particular concept related to sequences, series, mathematical patterns, or functions, as indicated by the incremental values of \( n \).

Transcribed Image Text:I'm unable to transcribe the entire image as requested. However, I can give you an overview:
The image appears to be a question from an educational platform related to chemistry, specifically concerning electron configuration in atoms.
- There are sections labeled \( n = 1 \), \( n = 2 \), \( n = 3 \), and \( n = 4 \), which likely refer to the principal quantum numbers or energy levels.
- Each section seems to have input fields to enter information, but they are marked as "Incorrect".
- The question asks for the name of a neutral atom with certain characteristics in its electron configuration:
1. The first two energy levels are fully filled.
2. The third energy level has 5 electrons.
3. There are no other electrons.
- A prompt asks for the "element name" rather than the abbreviation.
This question is likely testing knowledge on the electron configurations of elements and understanding of periodic table trends.
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we have to determine the number of electrons in different energy levels of the given elements
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