Electron structure Flashcards
What does the principal quantum number indicate
The shell occupied by the electrons
What is a shell
A group of orbitals with the same principal quantum number
How many electrons can the 1st shell hold
2
How many electrons can the second shell hold
8
How many electrons can the third shell hold
18
How many electrons can the 4th shell hold
32
What is an orbital
A region around the nucleus that can hold up two electrons with opposite spins
How many electrons can an orbital hold
2
What are the 4 types of orbitals
s
p
d
f
What is the shape of a s-orbital
Spherical
What is the shape of a p-orbital
Dum-bell shape
How many orbitals are found in a S subshell
1
How many electrons can be held in a S subshell
2
How many orbitals does a P subshell have
3
How many electrons can be held in a P subshell
6