4.3 - How are Electrons Distributed in Different Orbits (Shells)?
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What is the formula to determine the maximum number of electrons in a shell?
💡 Hint: Remember the formula format involving n.
How many electrons can the L-shell hold?
💡 Hint: Think about n equals to 2.
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What is the maximum number of electrons in the L-shell?
💡 Hint: Use the formula for shells.
True or False: Electrons fill outer shells before inner shells.
💡 Hint: Recall our conversation about stability.
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An element has six electrons in its outer shell. Predict its likely valency and explain why.
💡 Hint: Think about the stability of electrons.
If an atom has three filled shells, how many total electrons does it hold?
💡 Hint: Use the maximum electron counts for filled shells.
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