Chapter 2, Problem 2.88QP

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The electronic configuration and orbital diagram of Vanadium has to be written.

Concept Introduction:

Electron configuration: The complete description of the atomic orbital occupied by all the electrons in an atom is known as electron configuration.

Aufbau principle says that electron fills the lowest energy level before filling the higher ones.

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(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The electron configuration and orbital diagram of Cadmium has to be written.

Concept Introduction:

Refer Part (a).

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The electron configuration and orbital diagram of Tellurium atom has to be written.

Concept Introduction:

Refer Part (a).