Atomic Structure and Interatomic Bonding Quiz

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What is the relationship between the atomic number, protons, and electrons in a neutral species?

The atomic number is equal to the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom, which is also equal to the number of electrons in a neutral species.

Define atomic mass unit (amu) and its relationship to the mass of 12C.

Atomic mass unit (amu) is defined as 1/12th of the mass of a 12C atom. The atomic weight is the weight of 6.022 x 10^23 molecules or atoms, and 1 amu per atom is equivalent to 1 g/mol.

What are some properties determined by electronic structure?

Chemical, electrical, thermal, and optical properties are determined by electronic structure.

What are the wavelike characteristics of electrons in terms of orbitals and energy levels?

<p>Electrons are in orbitals defined by a probability, and each orbital at a discrete energy level is determined by quantum numbers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define the principal (energy level-shell) and subsidiary (orbital) quantum numbers.

<p>The principal quantum number (n) designates the energy level or shell, while the subsidiary quantum number (λ) designates the orbital within the energy level.</p> Signup and view all the answers