1
Q
How do you represent electrons in box notation?
A
1 electron - half arrow
2 electrons - half arrow one way, half the other
2
Q
How do you fill up subshells?
A
Only pair electrons up after filling all of that box.
3
Q
What is the order of stability in sub shells?
A
- Sub-shells that are completely full or empty are the most stable.
- Half filled Sub-shells are quite stable
- Partially filled sub-shells are the least stable.
4
Q
What are the exceptions to the electron configuration process?
A
Copper: 1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2 3p6 4s1 3d10
Chromium: 1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2 3p6 4s1 3d5
