Scientists
Quantum Model
Quantum Numbers
Orbitals
Electron Configuration
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What is Aufbau Principle? 

Aufbau Principle is when each electron is added into the subshell with lowest energy orbital available

100

 How is the energy of electrons organized in the quantum model?

The energy of electrons are organized in the quantum model in energy levels, sublevels (s,p,d,f).

100

 For a principal quantum number, n, equal to 6, what is the total number of orbitals permitted?

n=6 orbitals n=6^2 = 36

100

True or false: Orbitals are 2 dimensional rings?

False, it is a 3 dimensional space

100

Why are noble gases chemically stable?

They have a full outer electron shell.

200

What do De Broglie’s hypothesis states?

His hypothesis states that the all matter exhibits both particle-like and wave-like properties

200

What is the symbol for principal quantum number?

n

200

 Is the 6p orbital permitted? (Y or N)

Yes

200

True or false: Electrons are a variable distance from nucleus

True

200

Why are elements in the same group similar in chemical behavior?

They have the same number of outer electrons.

300

What does Heisenberg’s Uncertainty Principle states:

The principle states that due to the wave nature of matter, it is impossible to predict both the position and momentum of an e- with certainty.

300

What is Azimuthal quantum number (l) also known as?

orbital shape 


300

What is the correct representation for an orbital which has an n value of 3 and an I value of 1?

 n=6 l=1

300

What is the shape of an s-orbital?

The shape of an s-orbital is sphere

300

How does an element’s electron configuration relate to its period in the periodic table?

The period number corresponds to the highest energy level.

400

  What was Neil Bohr’s major contribution to quantum theory?

He proposed a model of the atom where electrons orbit the nucleus at specific energy levels.

400

 What does the quantum model of the atom describe?

The quantum model of the atom describes the behavior of electrons in an atom as waves.

400

 List all the possible quantum numbers for an electron in the 2s orbital

n = 2 

l = 0

m1 = 0 

ms = 0(-½, +½ )



400

 What is the shape of a p-orbital?

The shape of an p-orbital is dumbbell-shaped

400

What is the electron configuration of magnesium (atomic number 12)?

1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s²

500

How did Rutherford’s experiment impact quantum theory?

Rutherfor’s famous experiment impacted quantum theory as his experiment revealed the existence of the atomic nucleus which leads to models of the atom in quantum theory

500

What is an electron cloud?

An electron cloud is a visual representation of the probable locations of electrons around the nucleus of an atom.

500

 List all the possible quantum numbers for an electron in the 5f orbital

n = 5

l = 3

m1 = -3, -2, -1, 0, +1, +2, +3 

ms = +½, -½ 

500

 How many electrons can fit in a single orbital?

A single orbital can hold a maximum of 2 electrons.

500

what are the abbreviated electron configuration of the cobalt element


[Co]: 1s2, 2s2, 2-6, 3s2, 3p6, 4s2, 3d7