2.2.1 Electron Structure Flashcards
What are the subshells?
s, p, d, f
How many orbitals are in the s subshell?
1
How many orbitals are in the p subshell?
3
How many orbitals are in the d subshell?
5
How many orbitals are in the f subshell?
7
How many electrons are in an orbital? Spin orientation?
2
Opposite spins
How many electrons can fit in the s subshell?
2
How many electrons can fit in the p subshell?
6
How many electrons can fit in the d subshell?
10
How many electrons can fit in the f subshell?
14
Which subshell comes before 3d?
4s
How do orbitals of the same energy fill?
Individually, 1 in each orbital before pairing (if enough to pair)
Where in an ion’s electronic configuration does it lose/gain their e-?
Highest energy level