Chapter 8.2, Problem 8.1AFP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The element with electronic configuration $1s^{2}2s{\text{}}^{2}2p^4$ is to be identified. Also, the orbital diagram and the set of quantum numbers for its sixth electron is to be determined.

Concept introduction:

The electronic configuration determines the distribution of electrons in various shells of an atom.

The orbital diagram is the representation of electrons present in the shells of the corresponding elements with their spins.

The quantum numbers are the set of numbers that provide complete information about the electrons; be it the shells, subshells, orbitals, and spin.