Electronic Configuration

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What does the atomic number represent in an atom?

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The atomic number represents the number of protons in an atom.

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What are the elements located along the staircase on the periodic table called?

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The elements along the staircase are called metalloids.

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What is the significance of the number at the top of each square on the periodic table?

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The number at the top of each square is the atomic number.

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How are the number of electrons related to protons in a neutral atom?

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In a neutral atom, the number of electrons is equal to the number of protons.

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What are the terms s, p, d, and f referring to in electronic configuration?

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s, p, d, and f are called orbitals.

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What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy the s orbital?

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The maximum number of electrons that can occupy the s orbital is 2.

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How many electrons can the p orbital hold?

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The p orbital can hold a maximum of 6 electrons.

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What is the principal quantum number?

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The principal quantum number indicates the energy level of an electron in an atom.

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What is the shape of the d orbital?

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The d orbital has a cloverleaf shape.

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What is the electron configuration for carbon (atomic number 6)?

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The electron configuration for carbon is 1s² 2s² 2p².