Electronic Configuration Flashcards
1
Q
What is electron configuration?
A
The arrangement of electrons in atoms
2
Q
How many electrons can the first energy shell contain?
A
2
3
Q
How many electrons can the second energy shell contain?
A
8
4
Q
What is the link between shells and groups?
A
If the group is group 1, the outer shell of electrons will end in 1 (aka the same number)
5
Q
1 electron in the outer shell means its in
A
Group 1
6
Q
5 electrons in the outer shells means its in
A
Group 5
7
Q
3 shells mean it is in
A
Period 3
8
Q
2 shells means it is in
A
Period 2
