L5 - Electronic Configuration Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 2 types of orbitals?
A
S orbital
P orbital
2
Q
What is an s orbital like?
3
A
A spherical orbital
One occurs in every energy level
Can hold up to 2 electrons
3
Q
What is a p orbital like?
A
Dumb-bell shaped
Each one can hold up to 2 electrons
3 of these occur in every energy level apart from the first