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Which subatomic particle has a positive charge?
Which subatomic particle has a positive charge?
Isotopes of an element have the same number of neutrons but different numbers of protons.
Isotopes of an element have the same number of neutrons but different numbers of protons.
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What is the term used to describe atoms that have gained electrons and have a negative charge?
What is the term used to describe atoms that have gained electrons and have a negative charge?
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The principle that states electrons fill the lowest energy orbitals first is known as the ______ principle.
The principle that states electrons fill the lowest energy orbitals first is known as the ______ principle.
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Match the following concepts with their definitions:
Match the following concepts with their definitions:
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Which of the following trends generally increases across a period in the periodic table?
Which of the following trends generally increases across a period in the periodic table?
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The atomic radius increases as you move down a group in the periodic table.
The atomic radius increases as you move down a group in the periodic table.
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What is the average atomic mass calculated from?
What is the average atomic mass calculated from?
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In an atom, __________ are negatively charged particles located outside the nucleus.
In an atom, __________ are negatively charged particles located outside the nucleus.
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According to Hund's Rule, how do electrons fill degenerate orbitals?
According to Hund's Rule, how do electrons fill degenerate orbitals?
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What is Avogadro's number?
What is Avogadro's number?
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The molecular formula is the simplest whole-number ratio of elements in a compound.
The molecular formula is the simplest whole-number ratio of elements in a compound.
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What is the formula for percent composition?
What is the formula for percent composition?
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A mole contains _____ particles.
A mole contains _____ particles.
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Which of the following statements about moles is correct?
Which of the following statements about moles is correct?
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Using Planck’s equation, energy is inversely proportional to frequency.
Using Planck’s equation, energy is inversely proportional to frequency.
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Calculate the average atomic mass of Chlorine given a 75.78% abundance for Chlorine-35 (34.969 amu) and 24.22% abundance for Chlorine-37 (36.966 amu).
Calculate the average atomic mass of Chlorine given a 75.78% abundance for Chlorine-35 (34.969 amu) and 24.22% abundance for Chlorine-37 (36.966 amu).
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The formula to convert moles to particles is _____ = Moles × 6.022 × 10²³.
The formula to convert moles to particles is _____ = Moles × 6.022 × 10²³.
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What is the relationship between mass and moles?
What is the relationship between mass and moles?
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Study Notes
Atomic Structure
- Protons are positively charged and found in the nucleus. Their mass is approximately 1 atomic mass unit (amu).
- Neutrons are neutrally charged and located in the nucleus. Also approximately 1 amu mass.
- Electrons are negatively charged and orbit the nucleus. Their mass is negligible compared to protons and neutrons.
- Atomic number equals the number of protons and defines the element.
- Mass number is the sum of protons and neutrons within an atom.
- Isotopes are atoms of the same element with differing numbers of neutrons. Average atomic mass is calculated from the abundance of isotopes.
- Ions are formed when atoms gain or lose electrons. Cations are positively charged ions, and anions are negatively charged ions.
Mass Spectrometry
- Mass spectrometry is used to determine isotopic composition and calculate atomic mass.
- Peaks in mass spectra represent isotopes. Peak height corresponds to isotopic abundance.
Electron Configuration
- Aufbau principle: Electrons fill the lowest energy levels first.
- Pauli exclusion principle: No two electrons in the same orbital can have the same spin.
- Hund's rule: Electrons occupy degenerate orbitals singly before pairing up.
- Orbital notation uses notations like 1s², 2s², 2p⁶, etc.
- Certain elements, like chromium and copper, exhibit exceptions to standard electron configurations due to stability in a half-filled or full d orbital.
Periodic Trends
- Effective nuclear charge (Zeff) is the net positive charge felt by an electron. It increases across a period and decreases down a group.
- Atomic radius decreases from left to right across a period (higher Zeff pulls electrons closer). Atomic radius increases going down a group (more energy levels).
- Ionization energy increases across a period (higher Zeff). Ionization energy decreases going down a group (greater distance from the nucleus and weaker pull).
- Electron affinity becomes more exothermic (energy released) from left to right across a period.
- Electronegativity increases across a period, following the trend of ionization energy.
The Mole and Molar Mass
- Avogadro's number (6.022 × 1023) represents the number of particles in one mole.
- Molar mass is the mass of one mole of a substance, measured in grams per mole (g/mol).
- Conversions are possible between grams, moles, and the number of particles.
Empirical and Molecular Formulas
- Empirical formula represents the simplest whole number ratio of elements in a compound.
- Molecular formula shows the actual number of atoms of each element in a compound.
- To determine empirical formulas, convert mass percentages to moles, find the simplest mole ratio, and use molar mass to calculate the molecular formula.
Percent Composition
- Percent composition is the percentage by mass of each element in a compound.
Key Formulas
- Average Atomic Mass = ∑(mass of isotope × fractional abundance)
- Percent Composition = (mass of element / mass of compound) × 100%
- Energy = hν (Planck's equation)
- Moles = Particles / 6.022 × 1023
- Mass = Moles × Molar Mass
Tips for Success
- Practice dimensional analysis to convert between grams, moles, and number of particles.
- Understand underlying reasons for periodic trends (Zeff, shielding).
- Master electron configurations to improve understanding throughout the year.
- Apply concepts to real problems (e.g., mass spectrometry, empirical formulas, isotopes).
Practice Questions (Example Solutions)
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Example Calculation for Average Atomic Mass: (detailed solution required for full understanding but provided in the original text)
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Example Electron Configuration: (detailed solutions needed for full understanding but provided in the original text)
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Atomic Radius Ranking: (detailed comparison needed for full understanding but provided in the original text).
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Empirical Formula Calculation: (detailed solution required for full understanding but provided in the original text)
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Ionization Energy Trend: (explanation of Li to Ne trend must be provided for full understanding but provided in original text)
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Explore the fundamental concepts of atomic structure, including protons, neutrons, and electrons. This quiz delves into the principles of mass spectrometry and electron configuration. Test your understanding of isotopes, ions, and how atomic mass is determined.
