In case of heavy elements, the ________________ (spin-orbit /electrostatic) interaction is stronger than ______________ spin-orbit / electrostatic) interaction between them.
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The question is asking about the comparative strength of two types of interactions (spin-orbit and electrostatic) in heavy elements. It requires knowledge of quantum mechanics and atomic interactions to fill in the blanks correctly.
Answer
spin-orbit interaction is stronger than electrostatic interaction
In case of heavy elements, the spin-orbit interaction is stronger than electrostatic interaction between them.
Answer for screen readers
In case of heavy elements, the spin-orbit interaction is stronger than electrostatic interaction between them.
More Information
In heavy elements, the increased nuclear charge enhances the spin-orbit coupling, making it stronger than electrostatic interactions.
Sources
- Solved For heavier atoms of the series, the spin-orbit | Chegg.com - chegg.com
- Spin-Orbit Coupling - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics - sciencedirect.com
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