5 Questions
Which subshells are occupied by 6 electrons in the electron configuration of the neon atom?
2p
In atomic physics and quantum chemistry, what is the electron configuration?
The distribution of electrons in atomic or molecular orbitals
How are configurations mathematically described?
Both Slater determinants and configuration state functions
What happens when electrons move from one configuration to another?
The emission or absorption of a quantum of energy
Why is knowledge of the electron configuration of different atoms useful?
To understand the structure of atoms
Test your knowledge of electron configurations with this quiz! Explore the distribution of electrons in atoms and molecules, and learn how to interpret electronic configurations. Challenge yourself with questions about subshells, occupied orbitals, and more.
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