Chapter 2, Problem 2A.13E

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The type of orbital that would be involved in loss of electron to form ${\text{Zn}}^{+}$ ion has to be predicted.

Concept Introduction:

The convention followed to remove or add electrons is electrons of largest principal quantum number are lost first. In case of subshells of the same $\text{n}$ value, electrons are lost from the subshell with highest $\text{l}$ value. In case of d-block elements the $\text{ns}$ electrons are removed prior to $\left(\text{n}-1\right)\text{d}$ electrons.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The type of orbital that would be involved in loss of electron to form ${\text{Cl}}^{+}$ ion has to be predicted.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The type of orbital that would be involved in loss of electron to form ${\text{Al}}^{+}$ ion has to be predicted.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).

(d)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The type of orbital that would be involved in loss of electron to form ${\text{Cu}}^{+}$ ion has to be predicted.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).